Peppermint Ice Cream Recipe

Something about this time of year makes everything about peppermint ice cream worth it, even if it is freezing outside. This easy homemade peppermint ice cream recipe is topped with brownies and crushed candy canes and it is extremely creamy. You are going to want to try this, it will definitely keep you in the holiday spirit!

I promise this is going to be your new favorite ice cream. I use a Ninja Creami to make this recipe, and I cannot recommend it enough, it makes the creamiest ice cream ever! I could never get my food processor to make ice cream with this consistency, but if that is all you have don’t shy away from using it to make this. I explain more about using a food processor in the FAQ section of this post, just scroll down.

If this is your first time making homemade ice cream, don’t worry! This recipe contains simple ingredients and instructions, you will be a homemade ice cream recipe connoisseur in no time! Once you are an expert you will be able to enjoy this seasonal flavor all year round.

Ingredients:

Ice cream mixture

• 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder, I use PEsceince or Clean Simple Eats
• 1 tbsp sugar-free chocolate pudding powder
• 1 tbsp whipped cream cheese
• 300-380 mL unsweetened almond milk
• â…› tsp peppermint extract or vanilla extract *optional (I recommend only using a small amount or the peppermint flavor will be overpowering)

Toppings:

• 2 peppermint brownies
• 2 tbsp American Dream Candy Cane Kisses Peanut Butter
• Whipped cream *optional
• Candy cane pieces *optional

Instructions:

1. Make the ice cream mixture by combining all of the ingredients in a blender
2. Divide into two Ninja Creami ice cream containers or any freezer-safe container and freeze for 24 hours or until the next day
3. Place the ice cream mixture into the Ninja Creami and blend on the “Light Ice Cream” setting. Stir and scrape down the sides and “Respin” 4-5 more times until you get soft serve ice cream
4. Scoop the ice cream mixture into an ice cream bowl or keep it right in the pint
5. Top with 1 brownie, 1 tbsp peanut butter, whipped cream, and more candy cane pieces
6. Enjoy your refreshing ice cream 🙂 

Should you add xanthan gum to your ice cream?

It is not necessary to add xanthan gum to this recipe, but it does act as a stabilizer in the ice cream giving it more volume and structure.

What is the secret to creamy ice cream?

For the best results, make sure to chill your ice cream base. When your ice cream mixture is already frozen it churns into ice cream quicker. This translates to small ice crystals and thus, a creamier ice cream.

How do you make ice cream soft and fluffy?

I love the Ninja Creami because all of the recipes I have tried come out super soft and creamy. If you are using a food processor and want the ice cream to be more fluffy I recommend adding in xanthan gum.

Do you need an ice cream machine to make this recipe?

No, I used a Ninja Creami to make this peppermint ice cream recipe, but if you do not have this product, you can use a food processor. You may end up with a softer ice cream with more ice crystals, but it should still have a creamy texture.

How long does it take to make homemade ice cream?

The key to making a softer ice cream at home is freezing it overnight and churning it the next day. So if you take into account this time it takes 24 hours, plus the 10 minutes it blends in the Creami!

What other toppings can you put on the ice cream?

In my opinion, ice cream toppings make all of the difference, here are some ideas:

• Chocolate chips
• M&M’s
• Sprinkles
• Crushed pretzels, the salty-sweet combo is amazing
• Crushed Oreos
• Reeses peanut butter cups
• Almond butter or cashew butter like this recipe here
• Reeses pieces
• Candied nuts
• Cherries
• Trail mix
• Crushed sugar cookies, or any cookie

How do you make pink peppermint ice cream?

If you want your peppermint ice cream to be pink, then you will have to add food coloring and use vanilla protein powder. Add a small amount of red food coloring into the ice cream mixture prior to freezing.

How do you make this recipe if you do not have a Ninja Creami?

You can still make this recipe even if you do not have an ice cream maker. Use a blender or food processor until you get soft-serve ice cream consistency. If you do not have any of these kitchen devices try this no-churn ice cream recipe.

Is this recipe high in protein?

Yes, because there is protein powder in this recipe it is high-protein. This peppermint ice cream recipe makes 2 servings, each serving is 11 grams of protein. If you wanted, you could make this one serving, I just find that it does not fit in 1 pint of the Ninja Cream containers.

What is the nutrition information for the peppermint ice cream recipe?

Search HNFit Peppermint Ice Cream in MyFitnessPal for easy logging. 1 serving of ice cream with no toppings; 107 calories, 8.8 carbs, 3.1 fat, and 11.3 protein. Search HNFit Peppermint Ice Cream with toppings in MyFitnessPal; 257 calories, 21.4 carbs, 10.8 fat, and 20.2 protein.

How do you store the ice cream?

I use the Ninja Creami ice cream pints, if you do not have these you should use an airtight container. 

What is American Dream Candy Cane Kisses peanut butter?

To keep it brief, it is the most amazing peanut butter ever and you have to try it. Shop here and use my discount code haleynicolefit. It is a white chocolate peanut butter topped with white chocolate peppermint chunks, crushed peppermint candy, and crushed gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies. It is divine!

Other recipes you will enjoy:

• Light Moose Tracks Ice Cream
• Halloween Pumpkin Ice Cream Sandwiches 
• Chocolate Chip Cookie Skillet with Ice Cream
• Mixed Berry Ice Cream Sandwiches 
• No-churn Cake Batter Ice Cream
• Ice Cream Shake
• Creamy Protein Hot Chocolate

Recipe card below: