Make the easiest mint chocolate chip ice cream you've ever tried using your Ninja Creami. It's made with real cream and chocolate chips, so it's creamy, minty, and ready with almost no effort.
Once the base is blended and frozen, the Ninja Creami machine does the rest - no tempering eggs, no stirring every 30 minutes. If you like one-ingredient shortcuts, try my Ninja Creami Fairlife Chocolate Milk Ice Cream next.
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I used to make homemade ice cream the old way, in my KitchenAid ice cream bowl like this KitchenAid Chocolate Ice Cream, or no-churn like this Smores No Churn Ice Cream, but the Ninja Creami is by far the easiest method I've found.
Check out my Ninja Creami Chocolate Ice Cream, Ninja Creami Cookies and Cream Ice Cream, and 29 Delicious Ninja Creami Recipes for more easy recipes.
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Why this recipe works
- No eggs, no cooking. The base is just cream, milk, sugar, and extract - blend and freeze, no custard step.
- Quick hands-on time. About 5 minutes of prep; the Ninja Creami does the actual work.
- Real mint flavor, not artificial. Peppermint extract keeps the flavor clean instead of fake.
- Super creamy texture. If the first churn comes out dry and crumbly, the RE-SPIN function fixes it fast.
Key ingredients
You will need the following ingredients to make this homemade mint chocolate ice cream:
- heavy cream
- whole milk
- powdered sugar
- peppermint extract
- green food coloring
- chocolate chips
See the printable recipe card at the bottom of this blog post for quantities.
How to Make Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe
This is an easy recipe to make. Follow the instructions or watch the video below.
- Make the ice cream base by adding heavy cream, whole milk, powdered sugar, mint extract, and 2 drops of green food coloring to a blender, food processor, or personal blender.
- Mix on high speed until combined. If you want the ice cream to be darker green, add another drop of food coloring and blend again.
- Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint jar, making sure not to fill past the MAX FILL line. Place on the lid and freeze for at least 24 hours.
- Remove the pint jar from the freezer, take off the lid, and set the pint container into the Ninja Creami bowl. Secure the lid and place the bowl assembly onto the machine. Turn the handle right and lock it in place on the motor base. Select the "Ice Cream" function and let the machine churn the ice cream.
- If the ice cream appears too thick or crumbly after churning, use a spoon to create a small hole in the middle of the ice cream. Add a tablespoon of heavy cream, place the lid assembly back on, and use the "RE-SPIN" function for a smoother texture.
- Remove the lid and use a spoon to make a well in the center of the ice cream down to the bottom of the pint jar. Add chocolate chips, place on the lid assembly, and select the MIX-IN function.
- Once churned, remove the pint jar from the machine. Remove the lid. The ice cream should have a creamy consistency. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Jeri's Top Tips
- Freeze the pint jar on a level surface so it churns evenly.
- If the ice cream looks dry or crumbly after the first spin, add 1 tablespoon of heavy cream and use RE-SPIN.
- Keep an extra pint base in the freezer so you're never more than 24 hours from a fresh batch.
Substitutions and variations
- Heavy cream - instead of heavy cream, you can use full-fat coconut cream.
- Whole milk - use unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk.
- Extra minty - add an extra drop or two of mint extract.
- Extra chocolatey - add regular chocolate chips and mini chocolate chips or chocolate chunks.
- Low carb - use Stevia or your favorite sugar substitute.
Storage Tips
Store in the Ninja Creami pint container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let it sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before running it through the RE-SPIN function again.
Ninja Creami mint chocolate chip ice cream recipe FAQs
Yes, you can use white sugar or your favorite sugar substitute.
No. Skipping it doesn't change the flavor at all, just the color.
Yes. Swap the heavy cream and whole milk for fat-free half-and-half and 2% milk, and churn on the Lite Ice Cream setting instead of Ice Cream. It won't be quite as rich, but it will still be creamy and delicious.
This usually means the base didn't have enough fat, or the pint sat in the freezer longer than 2 weeks before churning. Stick close to the fat ratios in this recipe, and churn within two weeks of freezing for the best texture.
Yes - regular-size chocolate chips work well in the MIX-IN function. Mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate distribute a little more evenly if you want chocolate in every bite.
This recipe uses ½ teaspoon of peppermint extract for a 4-serving batch - start there and add another drop or two if you want a stronger mint flavor, tasting the base before you freeze it.
More Ninja Creami Recipes
Looking for more Ninja Creami Ice Cream recipes like this? Try my Ninja Creami Chocolate Milkshake or:
Printable Recipe
Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Ingredients
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1¼ cups whole milk
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon mint extract
- 2-3 drops green food coloring
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream, optional use if ice cream is dry after being churned
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Make the ice cream base by adding heavy cream, whole milk, powdered sugar, mint extract, and 2 drops of green food coloring to a blender, food processor, or personal blender. Blend on high speed until combined. If you want the ice cream to be darker green, add another drop of food coloring and blend again.
- Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint jar, making sure not to fill past the MAX FILL line. Place on the lid and freeze for at least 24 hours.
- Remove the pint jar from the freezer, take off the lid, and set the pint container into the Ninja Creami bowl. Secure the lid and place the bowl assembly onto the machine. Turn the handle right and lock it in place on the motor base. Select the "Ice Cream" function and let the machine churn the ice cream.
- If the ice cream appears too thick or crumbly after churning, use a spoon to create a small hole in the middle of the ice cream. Add a tablespoon of heavy cream, place the lid assembly back on, and use the "RE-SPIN" function for a smoother texture.
- Remove the lid and use a spoon to make a well in the center of the ice cream down to the bottom of the pint jar. Add chocolate chips, place on the lid assembly, and select the MIX-IN function.
- Once churned, remove the pint jar from the machine and remove the lid. The ice cream should have a creamy consistency. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Notes
- Place the pint jar on a level surface in the freezer.
- Add one tablespoon of milk or cream after the initial spin and re-spin for the smoothest, creamiest texture.
- Keep a pint in the freezer so you can indulge whenever a craving strikes.
Nutrition
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Cindy says
We just a Ninja creami, my husband LOVES ice cream!! However we need to try and make it somewhat healthier😊. I was wondering if the ice creams that have heavy cream and whole milk would work with fat free half and half and skim milk instead or do you have any suggestions? I have made lots of just fruit ones, but would love to make some of his favorite ice cream flavors. Thank you.
Jeri Walker says
Hi Cindy, that's a great question! Yes, you can use fat-free half and half and skim milk, or just use 2% milk and churn it on the 'Lite Ice Cream' button. It won't be as creamy as heavy cream and whole milk, but will still be delicious. You can also add flavored protein powder as well which will help give it a creamier texture. I hope this helps! 🙂