Fresh Mint Ice Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Fresh Mint Ice Cream
45 min.
6
204kcal

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Indulge yourself in the delightful world of homemade ice cream with this refreshing Fresh Mint Ice Cream recipe! Perfect for warm days or as a light, satisfying dessert, this treat not only caters to vegetarians but is also gluten-free, making it a fantastic option for a variety of diets.

Imagine the sweet, subtle taste of fresh mint harmonizing with creamy dairy in every spoonful. This recipe brilliantly combines the rich flavors of 2% reduced-fat milk and luscious half-and-half, creating a smooth and velvety texture that will leave your taste buds craving more. Not only is it easy to prepare, but the simple ingredients come together to customize your ice cream experience like never before.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a dessert that surprises your guests and complements any summer gathering or special occasion. Its alluring green hue and aromatic fragrance bring a touch of elegance to your table, while the process of crafting your own ice cream adds joy to the kitchen. Perfect as a side dish alongside your favorite pies or cakes, this minty delight beautifully balances sweetness and freshness, making it a memorable addition to your dessert repertoire.

So grab those fresh mint sprigs and let’s bring a little bit of homemade goodness to your summer festivities. Trust us; once you savor this minty ice cream, store-bought varieties will never be the same!

Ingredients

  • large egg yolks 
  • cup half n half 
  • cups low fat milk 2% reduced-fat
  • ounce mint leaves fresh
  • Dash salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • wooden spoon
  • kitchen thermometer
  • kitchen towels

Directions

  1. Combine milk, half-and-half, and mint sprigs in a medium heavy saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Heat milk mixture to 180 or until tiny bubbles form around edge (do not boil).
  3. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
  4. Pour milk mixture through a fine sieve over a bowl, pressing slightly with a wooden spoon; discard solids. Return liquid to pan.
  5. Place sugar, salt, and egg yolks in a bowl; stir with a whisk until pale. Gradually add half of hot milk mixture to egg mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk.
  6. Pour egg yolk mixture into pan with remaining milk mixture; cook over medium-low heat until a thermometer registers 160 (about 2 minutes), stirring constantly.
  7. Place pan in a large ice-filled bowl until custard cools completely, stirring occasionally.
  8. Pour mixture into the freezer can of an ice-cream freezer; freeze according to manufacturer's instructions.
  9. Drain ice water from freezer bucket; repack with salt and ice. Cover with kitchen towels, and let stand 1 hour or until firm.
  10. Garnish with mint leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories204kcal
Protein9.54%
Fat30.11%
Carbs60.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.68
Glycemic Load
17.45
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
5.7504347096319%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.46mg
Hesperetin
0.48mg
Apigenin
0.25mg
Luteolin
0.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:204.47kcal
10.22%
Fat:7.01g
10.79%
Saturated Fat:3.84g
23.97%
Carbohydrates:31.62g
10.54%
Net Carbohydrates:31.25g
11.36%
Sugar:30.55g
33.94%
Cholesterol:79.25mg
26.42%
Sodium:66.18mg
2.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5g
10%
Calcium:161.32mg
16.13%
Phosphorus:144.89mg
14.49%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
13.86%
Vitamin A:579.39IU
11.59%
Vitamin B12:0.67µg
11.12%
Selenium:6.27µg
8.95%
Vitamin D:1.17µg
7.81%
Potassium:211.88mg
6.05%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.86%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.72%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.66%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.54%
Magnesium:17.54mg
4.38%
Folate:16.44µg
4.11%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.12%
Iron:0.43mg
2.37%
Vitamin C:1.87mg
2.26%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.75%
Fiber:0.38g
1.51%
Copper:0.03mg
1.3%
Vitamin B3:0.21mg
1.07%
Source:My Recipes