Imagine a dessert so delightfully green and irresistibly creamy that it could make even the Grinch's heart grow three sizes! This No Churn White Chocolate Mint Ice Cream is not just a treat, it's a festive experience that transforms your kitchen into a winter wonderland of flavor. With its vibrant green hue and peppermint punch, this dessert is guaranteed to be the showstopper at any holiday gathering, bringing joy, whimsy, and pure deliciousness to your table.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Green food coloring
- Crushed candy canes for topping
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients and equipment: Gather a large mixing bowl, electric mixer, spatula, loaf pan, and plastic wrap. Ensure all ingredients are at refrigerator temperature.
- Melt white chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave. If using microwave, heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth. Allow to cool slightly but remain liquid.
- In a large mixing bowl, pour heavy whipping cream. Using an electric mixer, whip cream until stiff peaks form, approximately 3-4 minutes on medium-high speed.
- Add sweetened condensed milk to the whipped cream, gently folding with a spatula to maintain the cream's volume.
- Incorporate melted white chocolate into the mixture, stirring carefully to create a uniform consistency.
- Add peppermint extract and green food coloring. Mix gently until color is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Line a loaf pan with plastic wrap, allowing excess wrap to hang over the sides for easy removal later.
- Pour the ice cream mixture into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes over the surface for added texture and festive decoration.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and freeze for 6-8 hours or overnight until firm.
- Before serving, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure all ingredients are cold for the best whipping results, especially the heavy cream.
- Whip with Precision: When beating the cream, stop exactly when stiff peaks form to maintain the perfect texture.
- Fold, Don't Stir: Use a gentle folding motion when combining ingredients to preserve the cream's airiness.
- Food Coloring Trick: Add green food coloring gradually to achieve your desired Grinch-green intensity.
- Freezing Hack: For the smoothest texture, cover the surface with plastic wrap directly touching the ice cream to prevent ice crystals.
- Serving Suggestion: Let the ice cream sit for 5-10 minutes before serving for the most luxurious scooping experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 643kcal
Carbohydrates: 58g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 43g
Saturated Fat: 27g
Cholesterol: 95mg
