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In the absence of egg yolks, a small amount of alcohol (like vodka) will also help prevent a hard, icy texture by lowering the freezing point of your ice cream. Using egg yolks to create a custard base for ice cream is always a dependable option, but it takes a little extra time (and works better for some flavors than others).

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We're not making frozen yogurt or sorbet, so don't skip the full fat cream! I have a few tricks up my sleeve for churning out perfectly soft, creamy, and scoopable ice cream at home, so if you've struggled with this in the past, here are a few pointers: Freeze well - preferably overnight! - before serving. Step four - Freeze: Transfer your ice cream to a freezer-safe lidded container, or store it in a metal loaf pan, covering the surface with plastic wrap and wrapping the entire pan in a double layer of foil. You can even use Mint Oreo cookies to really double down on the mint flavor! I'd go with the traditional Oreo cookie versus Double Stuf if you have the choice.

You can use gluten-free Oreos to keep this mint ice cream gluten-free.

Keep in mind that the color of the ice cream will intensify a bit as it churns, but then mellow out to a slightly cooler color once you add the chopped Oreos. The amount you need will vary based on the exact color and type (liquid, gel, etc.) you use.

The green food coloring is of course optional, but gives this homemade ice cream that classic "mint chip" color (and also makes it a perfect St.

If you're only going to use one, I'd opt for mint extract as a first choice.

You can use mint extract, peppermint extract, or a combination of the two.

It won't affect the ice cream flavor one way or another.

I often use the tiniest bit of vodka to make sure my egg-free ice creams stay soft and scoopable straight from the freezer, but if you'd prefer to skip it, that's fine.

I can vouch for it being great with chocolate mint as well! When it comes to measuring out the mint for this recipe, measure your mint before rinsing, and squeeze out any excess water after rinsing.

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That said, feel free to experiment with other varieties if you want to switch up the flavor a bit. Mint is available in many varieties, but spearmint is what you'll find in most grocery stores, and what I used here for the classic flavor you'd expect from mint ice cream.This mint oreo ice cream recipe only requires a handful of basic ingredients, many of which might already be in your kitchen, and all of which you can find at a basic grocery store. Between that and the chunks of chocolate cookies and cream in every bite, you have a cool, sweet, and creamy dessert that leaves absolutely nothing lacking in the flavor department. Most recipes rely on mint extract for their flavor, but this one also benefits from the natural flavor of fresh mint leaves to really kick things up a notch.

You can swap the Oreo cookies for chocolate chips or chunks to turn this into a mint chip ice cream recipe, or skip the add-ins entirely for a plain mint ice cream. The good news is, this mint Oreo ice cream turns out thick, creamy, and perfectly scoopable straight from the freezer - without the use of eggs. Don't get me wrong, I love the results of a custard-based ice cream. The hardest thing you'll have to do is steep some mint in heavy whipping cream - which isn't hard at all! Why you'll love this fresh mint ice cream

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And I assure you, that couldn't be more true than it is with this mint Oreo ice cream! Jump to: A decent ice cream maker and a few simple ingredients have the ability to transform even the most basic of ice cream flavors (I'm lookin' at you, vanilla) into a gourmet dessert. I've said it a hundred times and I'll say it a hundred more homemade ice cream is where it's at.