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Whether you’re hosting a festive New Year’s Eve party, attending one, or just in the market for something amazing to eat for a festive night in, this “homemade” ice cream will do the trick. Each time I make my grandma’s recipe, everyone asks me where it’s from. When I disclose the secret that it’s homemade, people are floored. The cream is smooth, easy to scoop, and the flavors are the most unique combination of mint and lime. Fresh, simple, and always festive!

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Guests will love this dessert and want it time and again. The flavors are unique and the texture is amazing! Grandma used to serve this with chocolate syrup and a maraschino cherry. Nowadays, I like to serve it with some chocolate liqueur and more whipped topping. It’s a holiday, right? Calories don’t count!

For New Year’s, serve it with a lit sparkler or whatever feels festive! It’s the perfect New Year’s dessert after an evening of appetizers or after a meal. Happy New Year’s!

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Crème de Menthe Ice Cream

By Kaleb
4.20 from 21 votes
While not a traditional style of ice cream, this Crème de Menthe ice cream is one for the books! It's creamy. minty, and pretty much a breeze to put together!
Prep: 30 minutes
Freezing Time: 4 hours
Total: 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cups
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Ingredients

  • 8 cups lime sherbet
  • 16 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 3 cups prepared whipped topping (Cool Whip works best)
  • ⅔ cup crème de menthe liqueur

Instructions 

  • Let the ice cream and sherbet soften at room temperature for approximately 20 minutes before assembling. Once softened, spoon them into a large bowl. Use an electric hand mixer to incorporate. If the items are soft enough, a spoon may be used.
    16 cups vanilla ice cream, 8 cups lime sherbet
  • Add the whipped topping and crème de menthe liqueur (make sure to purchase the dark green variety) and mix to completely incorporate all the ingredients. No strands of whipped topping or chunks of ice cream should be visible.
    3 cups prepared whipped topping (Cool Whip works best), ⅔ cup crème de menthe liqueur
  • Freeze overnight or at least four hours before serving. This ice cream maintains a very soft and scoop-able consistency.

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Nutrition

Serving: 0.5 cupCalories: 225 kcal

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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3 Comments

  1. Stephanie H says:

    5 stars
    Just whipped up a batch! So good! Can’t wait to share with our family tomorrow at our Christmas celebration! 😋

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  2. ELAINE H ROBERSON says:

    We love ice cream and this recipe is so easy to make! Where did you find the white storage cups with lids? Thank you for all the energy you put into your videos. I thoroughly enjoy them.
    Best,
    Elaine Roberson

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  3. Stephanie says:

    Hello Wyseguide
    I’ve been following you foe a while now and I really like your the fun that you have with whatever you are doing. I also did a few of your recipe and it really did come out. Thank you and I do look forward to more of your wonderful cooking.

    Reply