Mint Oreo ice cream is the perfect treat for a warm day. This delicious combination of mint and chocolate will cool you down and satisfy your sweet tooth. This frozen dessert is a crowd-pleaser.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- It's super easy to make at home with just a few ingredients.
- The combination of cool mint and crunchy Oreo pieces is irresistible!
- Perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer BBQ or just craving a sweet treat.
- You can customize it with your favorite toppings, like chocolate syrup or whipped cream.
Not only is this delicious ice cream great for warm weather, but due to the beautiful green color, and the minty flavor it also makes a wonderful St. Patrick's Day dessert recipe.
Ingredient List
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- heavy whipping cream
- sweetened condensed milk
- pure vanilla extract
- mint extract
- Green Food Dye
- salt
- Oreos
Equipment
- Loaf Pan
- Hand Mixer
- Liquid Measuring Cup
- Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks. Then add the condensed milk, vanilla extract, mint extract, and salt and fold until combined.
- Gently fold in the food coloring until you get the desired color.
- Add in the chopped Oreos, saving some of the top.
- Spread the cream mixture into the loaf pan. Top with additional chopped Oreos. Freeze for at least 6 hours or until firm.
Eileen's Tips for Success
- For the best results, the heavy cream should be very cold before whipping—it helps it reach stiff peaks more quickly.
- When folding in the ingredients, use a gentle hand to maintain the airiness of the whipped cream. This will keep the ice cream light and fluffy.
- Don't overdo the food coloring. A few drops go a long way to achieve the perfect minty green shade.
- To help the ice cream set more evenly, freeze the loaf pan for 10 minutes before adding the mixture.
Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways to change the flavor of this dish.
- Swap out the Oreos for mini chocolate chips or even cookie dough pieces for a different twist!
- If you're not a fan of food coloring, leave it out; this ice cream will taste just the same.
Make ahead, storage, and freezer tips
Storage - Store leftover ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
Serving Suggestions
This mint chocolate ice cream goes well with any meal your family enjoys.
I like to serve it with our St. Patrick's Day favorites such as this Guinness Beef Stew and this Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage.
You can't forget this Blue Ribbon Irish Soda Bread or Bailey's Cupcakes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! A stand mixer works just as well for whipping your heavy cream. Just be sure to watch it closely to avoid over-whipping.
Make sure your heavy cream is cold before whipping—it’s key to achieving stiff peaks. Additionally, use a chilled bowl and beaters for even better results.
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Homemade Mint Oreo Ice Cream Recipe
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Equipment Needed:
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon mint extract
- 3-5 drops Green Food Dye
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 25 chopped Oreos (reserve ¼ cup of chopped oreos to put over the top of the ice cream)
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Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add 2 cups heavy whipping cream. Whip, and gradually increase speed to high using a hand mixer with beaters attached until the cream forms stiff peaks.
- To the mixing bowl, add 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1 Tablespoon mint extract, and ¼ teaspoon salt to the whipped cream and fold together until smooth.
- Add 3-5 drops Green Food Dye to the bow until the cream mixture becomes a light mint green color and no streaks remain.
- Fold in the 25 chopped Oreos chopped oreos, leaving a few extra chopped pieces to top the ice cream with after.
- Pour this into a loaf pan and top with the extra chopped cookies.
- Freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Scoop with an ice cream scoop to serve and top and enjoy!
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