Mint Espresso Ice Cream

July 16, 2015

Mint ice cream with crushed chocolate covered espresso beans is the perfect addition to your summer – be caffeinated and cool at the same time! ;^D

1 C. chocolate covered espresso beans
2 C. (1pint) heavy whipping cream
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
green food coloring, optional (I used 6 drops)

For optional ganache swirl:

4 oz (1/4 C.) semi sweet chocolate chips
4 oz (1/4 C.) heavy cream (heavy whipping cream works as well)

Crush espresso beans in a food processor (or in a plastic bag using a meat tenderizer) until desired size. (It all depends on how much crunch you like - these beans are pretty crunchy!) Set aside. In...
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Nutritions

Calories
2394

Sodium
284mg
11% DV

Fat
187g
288% DV

Protein
22g
44% DV

Carbs
167g
56% DV

Fiber
15g
62% DV