Basil Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Brooklyn Supper

This basil mint chocolate chip ice cream from Brooklyn Supper is a fun and different take on a classic flavor mix. The fresh mint and basil give the creamy base a light herbal note, and the dark chocolate chips add rich, decadent flavor bursts.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 4 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chocolate chips preferably dark chocolate

Instructions:

In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, basil, and mint leaves

Heat over medium heat until it just begins to simmer

Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes

Strain the infused cream mixture into a clean saucepan, pressing on the leaves to extract all the flavor

In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy

Slowly pour the warm infused cream into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon about 5-7 minutes

Do not let it boil

Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract

Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until chilled at least 4 hours or overnight

Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to manufacturers instructions

During the last few minutes of churning, add the chocolate chips

Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm about 4 hours or overnight

Serve and enjoy