Elevate your St. Patrick's Day celebration with a delightful homemade treat – the minty ice cream shamrock. These enchanting desserts not only bring the luck of the Irish to your table but also captivate taste buds with their refreshing minty flavor, creamy texture, and charming shamrock shape. Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of crafting these festive ice cream treats, ensuring that your St. Patrick's Day gathering is filled with minty magic and sweet memories.
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MINTY ICE CREAM SHAMROCKS
With a soft, chewy chocolate cookie and festive mint shamrock ice cream, these fun desserts are a sweet delight on St. Patrick's Day. You can cut out the cookie wafers in any shape you choose and use any flavor ice cream. Try heart shapes for Valentine's Day filled with strawberry ice cream. -Beverly Coyde, Gasport, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg, milk and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture just until blended. Divide dough into two portions; flatten. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. , Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8- to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-in. shamrock cookie cutter. Place 2 in. apart on parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Prick with a fork if desired. , Bake until set, 7-10 minutes. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , Spread 1/4 to 1/3 cup ice cream over the bottom of six cookies; top with remaining cookies. Arrange in a freezer container; freeze overnight. May be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 327mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CHOCOLATE-MINT SHAMROCK SHAKE
Provided by Kendra Vizcaino-Lico
Categories Milk/Cream Non-Alcoholic Chocolate Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy St. Patrick's Day Drink Small Plates
Yield Makes 1 shake
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the mint chocolate chip ice cream with the milk and process until smooth, about 30 seconds. Add the chocolate chips and stir to combine. Pour the shake into a glass, top with the whipped cream, and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
SHAMROCK SHAKES
This has become a St. Patrick's Day tradition in our house. The kids love it, and so do I.
Provided by Julie Kimball Fitzgerald
Categories Drinks Recipes Shakes and Floats Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend ice cream, milk, mint extract, and food coloring together in a blender until smooth.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup around inside walls of 2 tall glasses; pour shake into glass. Top with whipped cream and green decorator sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Cholesterol 70.3 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 182.7 mg, Sugar 45.4 g
Tips:
- Chill Your Ingredients: Make sure to chill all of your ingredients before you start making the ice cream, as this will help the ice cream freeze faster and smoother.
- Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your ice cream, so be sure to use fresh, high-quality ingredients whenever possible.
- Don't Overmix: Overmixing the ice cream will incorporate too much air, which can make the ice cream icy and grainy. Mix the ice cream just until it is smooth and creamy.
- Freeze the Ice Cream Quickly: Once the ice cream is churned, transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze it as quickly as possible. This will help to prevent the ice cream from developing ice crystals.
- Let the Ice Cream Ripen: After the ice cream has been frozen, let it ripen in the freezer for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and deepen.
Conclusion:
Making shamrock ice cream at home is a fun and easy way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and festive treat that the whole family will enjoy. So grab your ice cream maker and get started! You won't regret it!
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