Christmas Peppermint Ice Cream
5 servings
360 minutes
Christmas mint ice cream is a true festive dessert with French charm. Its refreshing flavor combines the sweetness of creamy ice cream with the delicate spice of mint candies, creating a sensation of coolness and light spiciness. This treat became popular for its ability to evoke the taste of winter magic and remind us of joyful family evenings. It pairs wonderfully with hot chocolate or a cup of aromatic coffee, adding a touch of freshness and contrast. This ice cream is perfect for winter holidays and will be a bright highlight on the Christmas table. Enjoy its creamy texture and minty finish that leaves a pleasant aftertaste and festive mood.
1
Crush the candies in a food processor into small pieces. Place half of the broken candies in a plate and set aside.
- Mint hard candy: 30 pieces
2
Mix milk, sugar, salt, and the other half of the candies in a saucepan. Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved and the candies are partially dissolved for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Pour the milk mixture into a separate pot and let it cool to room temperature.
- Milk 3.5%: 1 glass
- Sugar: 120 g
- Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
- Mint hard candy: 30 pieces
3
Add cold cream to the cooled milk mixture and mix well. Tightly close the pot with a lid and place it in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours for further cooling.
- Heavy cream (38%): 2 glasss
4
Take the ice cream out of the freezer, pour it into the ice cream maker, and churn for 20-40 minutes. In the last minute of churning, add the remaining crushed candies. Then fill a container with the mixture and place it in the freezer for 3-4 hours until fully set.
- Mint hard candy: 30 pieces
5
If you don't have an ice cream maker, immediately pour the frozen mixture into a container, add candies, mix, and place it in the freezer. Take out the container and stir the contents every half hour until it sets.
- Mint hard candy: 30 pieces
