Hey there, friends!

Feeling festive? I’ve got a treat that’ll make your holiday season extra sweet!

Today, I’m sharing my delicious Christmas peppermint ice cream recipe.

It’s creamy, minty, and oh-so-refreshing—just like a winter wonderland in a bowl!

Trust me, this is the perfect dessert to impress your guests or to enjoy by yourself.

Let’s get started on this festive delight!

Ingredients

2 cups heavy cream (for a richer, creamier ice cream)
1 tsp peppermint extract (use pure peppermint extract for best flavor)
0.25 tsp salt
1 cup crushed candy canes (about 15 regular-sized candy canes, crushed into small bits)
1.5 cups granulated sugar (I use Domino sugar)
1.5 cups whole milk
1.5 cups light cream
1 tbsp vanilla extract

Step 1: Mix Milk and Sugar

Start by combining your milks and sugar in a large mixing bowl.

Stir the mixture well to ensure that all of the sugar is fully dissolved.

Next, add a pinch of salt and your chosen extracts to the mixture.

Stir these in well to distribute the flavors evenly throughout the mixture.

Stir in the crushed candy cane, keeping some aside to sprinkle on top as a garnish.

The crushed candy canes will begin to dissolve into the ice cream, giving it a pink color and a peppermint flavor.

If you prefer to have chunks of peppermint candy in your ice cream, wait to add the crushed candy cane until the last 5 minutes of churning.

Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn it according to the manufacturer’s directions.

This will generally involve churning until the mixture reaches a soft-serve consistency.

Once the ice cream has reached the desired consistency, either serve it immediately or transfer it to a container and freeze for a firmer texture.

Before serving, sprinkle the reserved crushed candy cane on top for an extra festive touch.

Enjoy your homemade peppermint ice cream!