Peppermint Candy Cane Oreo Ice Cream

Merry Christmas, everyone! In the spirit of the holiday season, Rae and I decided to bring a little extra joy and festivity into our home—and what better way to do that than with homemade ice cream? But not just any ice cream; we're talking about a special Christmas treat: Peppermint Candy Cane Oreo Ice Cream.

Dressed in our coziest onesies and gathered around Rae's tiny table, we embarked on a culinary adventure filled with laughter, love, and, of course, a bit of mess. The result? A creamy, dreamy ice cream that perfectly captures the essence of Christmas. And we're excited to share this recipe with you, so you can bring a taste of holiday cheer into your own home.

Recipe: Peppermint Candy Cane Oreo Ice Cream

Get ready to delight your taste buds with the ultimate Christmas dessert. This recipe is easy to follow, fun to make, and absolutely delicious to eat. So, gather your ingredients, and let's make some ice cream!

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 Cup Sugar

  • 1 Cup Whole Milk

  • 2 Cups Heavy Cream

  • 1 Teaspoon Peppermint Extract

  • 5 Candy Canes

  • 8 Oreos

Equipment:

  • Cuisinart ICE 30BC Ice Cream Maker

  • KitchenAid (or a sturdy hand mixer)

Instructions:

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Begin by crushing the candy canes into small pieces. You can do this by placing them in a plastic bag and gently smashing them with a rolling pin. Next, chop the Oreos into bite-sized chunks. Set both aside.

  2. Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, whole milk, and heavy cream. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the peppermint extract and mix well to incorporate the festive flavor.

  3. Churn the Ice Cream: Pour your mixture into the Cuisinart ICE 30BC ice cream maker. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and churn until the ice cream begins to thicken.

  4. Add the Goodies: When the ice cream is about 5 minutes from being done, add in the crushed candy canes and Oreo chunks. Continue to churn until these are evenly distributed throughout the ice cream.

  5. Freeze: Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until it reaches your desired consistency, usually about 2-4 hours.

  6. Serve and Enjoy: Scoop your Peppermint Candy Cane Oreo Ice Cream into bowls or cones, and enjoy a truly festive treat that's sure to bring smiles to everyone's faces.

Creating this ice cream was a joyful highlight of our holiday season, filled with laughter and delicious anticipation. We hope making this recipe brings as much happiness to your home as it did to ours.

If you decide to try this at home, we'd love to hear about your experience! Share your stories, photos, or any tweaks you made to the recipe. Merry Christmas from our family to yours—may your holidays be sweet and filled with love.

Ryan Rucker