Peppermint Ice Cream
Indulge in the creamy, minty goodness of Peppermint Ice Cream, the ultimate treat for the holiday season. With its rich texture and delightful flavor, this easy-to-make ice cream will satisfy your sweet tooth and bring festive cheer! Make it tonight for a delightful experience.
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
- Mixing Bowl
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ⅓ cup crushed candy canes
- 8 ounces whipped topping Cool Whip, thawed
- 2 tablespoons crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Line a 8×4 or 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, peppermint extract, and ⅓ cup crushed candy canes until combined.
- Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes. This will allow the peppermint flavor from the candy canes to absorb into the other ingredients and soften the candy canes.
- Fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of crushed candy canes on top.
- Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and then with foil, and place in the freeze on a flat surface.
- Freeze the ice cream overnight or for at least 6 hours.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage: Keep the Peppermint Ice Cream well wrapped in the freezer for up to 2 months. Double plastic wrap followed by a layer of foil will prevent freezer burn and keep the ice cream delicious.
- Serving: Store it as individual servings for a quick dessert option in smaller freezer safe containers.
- Tip: Invest in reusable ice cream containers with lids for easy storing.