Cookies and Cream Ice Cream

It's approaching the end of May and I have still not purchased ice cream since last year. I'm quite proud of myself! Here's a recipe for Cookies and Cream Ice Cream. 

After making the Chocolate Ice Cream and cutting out 1/2 cup of the milk, I realized I liked the creamier texture compared with the Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream. I also reduced the amount of sugar and vanilla since the cookies will add some extra sweetness.  I did think that the Chocolate Ice Cream was my favorite but this one tops it!

COOKIES AND CREAM ICE CREAM 
Makes: 2 quarts
Prep and Cook Time: 3 hours

Cookies and Cream Ice Cream

Ingredients: 
1 1/2 cups milk 
2 cups heavy cream 
3/4 cup granulated sugar 
1/2 tsp vanilla extract 
1/2 tsp salt 
2 cups crushed Oreos (about 20 cookies) 

Instructions: 
1. Crush oreos. You can use a plastic bag with a rolling pin or a bowl with a potato masher. Both work 
2. Mix the milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla together. 
3. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker, and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions. 
4. After about 15-20 minutes of freezing, add the cookie pieces and continue to freeze for another 10 minutes.
5. Freeze for at least 2 hours and store your remaining ice cream in an air-tight plastic container in the back of the freezer. This will help preserve the flavor and texture of the finished ice cream. 


Enjoy!