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Peppermint Ice Cream

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By: Leigh Anne WilkesPosted: 11/27/20Updated: 11/30/20

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bowl of peppermint ice cream

This Peppermint Ice Cream may be one of the creamiest ice creams you will ever make. It is peppermint perfection and so pretty too!

We can’t get enough of homemade ice cream at our house. We also love this Cookies and Cream, and Vanilla will always be a favorite. This Lemon Ice Cream is pure sunshine!

dish of ice cream

So I have developed quite a love affair with peppermint ice cream.

When my husband was a kid they had a family tradition on New Years Day of making ice cream with all the leftover candy canes.  I like that kind of tradition.

Tillamook Peppermint Candy Ice Cream is or should I say WAS one of my favorites.  When I discovered that Tillamook had discontinued it I almost cried.  How was I going to survive?

two dishes of  ice cream

I decided to make my own. 

This ice cream is amazing.  Unfortunately for me my husband loves it too which means I have to share!  He declared it the best he has ever had.

scoop of peppermint ice cream

Peppermint Stick Ice Cream

Not only is it delicious but it is darn pretty too, don’t you think!?  The ice cream uses a combination of peppermint extract and lots of crushed up candy cane.  I added some of the crushed peppermint while the ice cream is churning and then more on top when I serve it.

  • I used candy canes but you can also use those round peppermint candies.
  • Crush the candy in a food processor or place it in a zippered bag and pound it with a hammer or mallet.  I like to crush it until it is about 1/2 powder and 1/2 small pieces of peppermint.

peppermint ice cream cone

  • Use peppermint extract NOT mint extract.  There is a definite difference in flavor.  Mint extract is great but not for peppermint ice cream.

The pretty pink color comes from the candy canes dissolving into the ice cream as it churns.  You end up with a few pieces though that don’t dissolve so you get a nice little candy crunch in the ice cream too.

overhead shot of  ice cream

I always make sure I stash some extra candy canes in the cupboard after the holidays so I don’t have to wait until the next Christmas to make more of this ice cream.

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Other favorite peppermint treats:

  • Chocolate Peppermint  Cupcakes
  • Peppermint Brownies
  • Peppermint Bark Dip
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Peppermint Ice Cream Recipe

4.75 from 4 votes
bowl of peppermint ice cream

Peppermint Ice Cream

Recipe From: Leigh Anne Wilkes
Smooth and creamy peppermint ice cream you can make at home.
serves: 16 servings (1/2 cup)
Prep:5 minutes
Total:25 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cup half & half
  • 2 cup whipping cream
  • 1 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 cup crushed candy cane

Instructions

  • Mix together milks and sugar. Mix well.
  • Add in salt, and extracts.
  • Add in crushed candy cane, reserving some to sprinkle on top.
  • Pour into ice cream maker and churn according to ice cream maker directions.

Tips & Notes:

recipe makes 2 quarts

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 276kcal (14%) Carbohydrates: 36g (12%) Protein: 2g (4%) Fat: 14g (22%) Saturated Fat: 9g (56%) Cholesterol: 51mg (17%) Sodium: 67mg (3%) Potassium: 82mg (2%) Sugar: 31g (34%) Vitamin A: 555IU (11%) Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) Calcium: 69mg (7%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Course:Dessert
Cuisine:American
Keyword:peppermint ice cream
bowl of peppermint ice cream
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Originally Shared Nov. 29, 2012

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  1. Bobby says

    Posted on 11/11 at 7:43 pm

    Does it have to be cooked to dissolve the sugar?

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 11/11 at 8:04 pm

      Nope, the recipe is correct as written.

      Reply
  2. Kat says

    Posted on 6/2 at 3:43 pm

    I just made this and it turned out fantastic! I used peppermint baking bits I had in the freezer instead of candy canes. I also wanted the crunch, so I didn’t add them until the last 5 minutes. Yum, yum! Your vanilla ice cream base is my fav. So delicious and no cooking and cooling. It’s perfection ?

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 6/3 at 10:52 am

      Love the idea of using peppermint baking bits! I’ll have to give it a try.

      Reply
  3. Bunny says

    Posted on 3/26 at 7:18 pm

    Hello

    I dont have an Ice cream machine but I would absolutely love to try this recipe, is there a way to do it without a machine?

    ~Bunny

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 3/26 at 8:55 pm

      Bunny, Sorry but really need an ice cream machine for this one.

      Reply
  4. Stevie says

    Posted on 12/2 at 5:58 pm

    Hi there, I’m trying this recipe as we speak iny Cuisinart ice cream maker. Just wondering how long it takes to turn to ice cream. Usually only takes about 20mins, this seems to be taking much longer?

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 12/2 at 6:09 pm

      If your container was frozen solid and the ingredients are cold it should take 20-30 minutes.

      Reply
    • Kevin says

      Posted on 12/24 at 12:23 pm

      I agree. My ingredients were cold and I’m at about 28 minutes and it’s still pure liquid.

      Reply
  5. Anne Marie says

    Posted on 11/3 at 3:52 pm

    Oh. My. Gosh. I am drooling at these photos! I must make this ASAP!!!! thanks for sharing!!!

    Reply
  6. Cheese with Noodles says

    Posted on 12/22 at 8:17 am

    Oooh, yummy! I adore peppermint and have recently been trying a lot of ice cream recipes. This one looks awesome, and you don’t even have to cook the mixture on the stove first! Will definitely make ASAP.

    Reply
  7. Tash @ The Velvet Moon Baker says

    Posted on 12/10 at 2:46 am

    This icecream looks so pretty and I’m dying to get a taste. Will definitely have to make some 😀

    Reply
  8. Aubrey @ Real Housemoms says

    Posted on 12/6 at 10:46 pm

    I can not wait to make this!!! Growing up I used to have peppermint ice cream with a scoop of cookies n cream. I can never find peppermint ice cream as much as I’d like. Perfect!!! 🙂 Thanks for sharing with us over at Real Housemoms for Fabulous Fridays!

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 12/6 at 11:12 pm

      Love the idea of the combo of peppermint and cookies and cream – sounds delicious!

      Reply
  9. Kristin says

    Posted on 12/4 at 2:47 pm

    YUM! YUM! YUM! I need some of that stat! Great recipe and blog! Visiting from Sugar Bee

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 12/6 at 7:51 am

      Thanks for coming over for a visit – you do need this ice cream!!! So yummy!

      Reply
  10. [email protected] Plaid and Paisley Kitchen says

    Posted on 12/3 at 9:21 am

    My Favorite Cake is Peppermint Angel Food Peppermint Ice Cream Cake that my Mom made every year. I think the addition of the homemade ice cream will take it to the next level! I would love to have you come over and link up to my new Linky Party “Show Me Your Plaid Monday’s”
    http://www.pandpkitchen.com/2012/12/02/show-me-your-plaid-mondays-1/

    Reply
    • Leigh Anne says

      Posted on 12/3 at 8:33 pm

      I love angel food cake and Peppermint Angel Food sounds lovely – is the recipe on your blog?

      Reply
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