Introduction
Summer is here, and what better way to beat the heat than with a refreshing scoop of fresh mint ice cream? With the help of a Cuisinart ice cream maker, making your own ice cream at home has never been easier. In this article, we will be sharing a simple and delicious fresh mint ice cream recipe that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
To make this fresh mint ice cream recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 6 egg yolks
Instructions
Step 1: Infusing the Mint
In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and chopped mint leaves over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and let it steep for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Straining the Mixture
After 30 minutes, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl, pressing on the mint leaves to extract as much flavor as possible.
Step 3: Tempering the Eggs
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they become pale yellow. Slowly pour the strained mixture into the bowl with the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
Step 4: Cooking the Custard
Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This should take about 10-12 minutes.
Step 5: Chilling the Mixture
Remove the custard from the heat and let it cool. Once it has reached room temperature, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Step 6: Churning the Ice Cream
Pour the chilled custard into your Cuisinart ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. This should take about 20-25 minutes.
Step 7: Freezing the Ice Cream
Transfer the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
Tips and Variations
- For a more intense mint flavor, add a few drops of peppermint extract to the custard before churning.
- For a fun twist, add in some chocolate chips or cookie dough chunks to the ice cream mixture before churning.
- Make sure to use fresh mint leaves for the best flavor. If you don’t have any fresh mint on hand, you can use peppermint tea bags instead.
Conclusion
Making your own fresh mint ice cream with Cuisinart is a fun and easy way to cool down during the hot summer months. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can create a delicious and refreshing treat that everyone will love. So why not try making this recipe at home and impress your family and friends?