Indulge in a refreshing homemade treat with this Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream recipe.

This homemade mint chocolate chip ice cream is a perfect blend of fresh mint flavor and rich chocolate. It's a refreshing and decadent treat that will cool you down on a hot summer day. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious dessert in no time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the cream, milk, and sugar over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
2. Add the peppermint extract and chopped mint leaves to the mixture. Let it steep for 30 minutes.
3. Strain the mixture to remove the mint leaves. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
4. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. In the last few minutes of churning, add the chocolate chips to the ice cream.
6. Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

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