Minty Oreo Bliss: Homemade Ice Cream Recipe 🍨✨
Oreo Mint Ice Cream Recipe 🍨
Description: This delightful Oreo Mint Ice Cream recipe is a slight twist on the classic, inspired by the goodness found in Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Ice Cream & Dessert Book. I’ve upped the Oreo ante by adding more of those delicious cookies and adjusting when they make their chilly entrance into the freezing process. The result? A decadent, minty fresh ice cream that’s simply irresistible!
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 3300.7
- Fat Content: 226.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 128.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 1058.3mg
- Sodium Content: 1254mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 290.1g
- Fiber Content: 4.5g
- Sugar Content: 217.6g
- Protein Content: 39.4g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Eggs |
| 2 | Sugar |
| 3/4 | Heavy Cream |
| 2 | Milk |
| 1 | Peppermint Extract |
| 2 | Oreo Cookies |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cookies:
- Place the Oreo cookies in a bowl, cover, and pop them in the refrigerator to chill.
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Whisk the Eggs:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until they become light and fluffy. This usually takes about 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the sugar, ensuring it’s fully blended. This should take about 1 minute more.
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Add Cream and Milk:
- Pour in the heavy cream and milk, whisking continuously to blend everything together smoothly.
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Infuse with Minty Freshness:
- Time to bring in that refreshing mint flavor! Add the peppermint extract to the mixture and blend again until it’s all incorporated.
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Freeze in Ice Cream Maker:
- Transfer the creamy mixture into your trusty ice cream maker, following the manufacturer’s instructions for freezing.
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Introduce the Oreos:
- When the ice cream is starting to firm up but isn’t fully frozen yet, it’s Oreo time! Add the chopped cookies into the mix.
- Continue freezing until the ice cream reaches your desired consistency. This usually takes about 20 minutes in my Cuisinart freezer.
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Ripen and Harden:
- Once the ice cream is wonderfully creamy and speckled with Oreo goodness, transfer it to a plastic container.
- Pop it into the freezer to let it harden and ripen completely. This usually takes a few hours or overnight, if you can wait that long!
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Serve and Enjoy! 🎉
- Scoop out generous portions of this homemade Oreo Mint Ice Cream into bowls or cones.
- Garnish with extra Oreo cookies, a sprig of fresh mint, or even a drizzle of chocolate syrup if you’re feeling extra indulgent!
Tips:
- For an extra minty kick, consider adding a few drops of green food coloring to give your ice cream that classic mint hue.
- Don’t skimp on the Oreos! The more, the merrier in this deliciously decadent dessert.
- Experiment with different types of cookies or mix-ins for a customized ice cream experience. From chocolate chips to chopped nuts, the possibilities are endless!
Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy this Oreo Mint Ice Cream on its own for a refreshing summer treat.
- Create a decadent ice cream sandwich by sandwiching a scoop between two Oreo cookies.
- Drizzle with hot fudge sauce for a mint-chocolate lovers’ dream dessert.
This recipe makes approximately 1 generous quart of creamy, minty Oreo goodness. It’s perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings on hot summer days or whenever you need a delightful dessert pick-me-up. Get ready to scoop, indulge, and savor every spoonful of this homemade frozen treat! 🍦✨
