Mint and chocolate have been paired together for about as long as ice cream flavors have existed, and this roundup gathers nineteen different takes on it. Milkshakes, pies, and bite-sized bon bons show up here alongside the usual scooped ice cream, so there's more than one way to get a mint fix.
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- Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami White Chocolate Peppermint Low Calorie Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Peppermint Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Candy Cane Ice Cream
- Ice Cream Bon Bons
- Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream {No Churn Recipe}
- Baileys Vanilla Mint Shake
- Shamrock Shake Recipe (No food coloring!)
- Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Ice Cream
- Oreo Mint Ice Cream Pie
- Coconut Mint Ice Cream w/Fresh Mint
- Sugar Free Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream (Ninja Creami)
- Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
- Oreo Mint Milkshake
- Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
- Lightened Up Mint Chocolate Chip Pie (easy no-bake ice cream dessert)
- Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe
- Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Mint Cookies & Cream Ice Cream
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A good number of these recipes rely on the Ninja Creami to turn a frozen base into something scoopable, while others stick to a traditional ice cream maker or skip equipment altogether. That range means there's an option here whether the kitchen has specialty appliances or just a freezer and a mixing bowl.
The Ninja Creami Candy Cane Ice Cream takes mint in a holiday direction, while the Shamrock Shake Recipe goes a completely different, food-dye-free route. For anyone who wants a make-ahead dessert instead of a scoop, the Oreo Mint Ice Cream Pie is ready to slice straight from the freezer.
What makes the recipes in this roundup special?
- The recipes were created by a real person—not generated by AI.
- The photos show the actual recipe, made and photographed in real life.
- The blog is run by a human being—not an AI avatar or bot-run site.
- The recipe is original and created by the blogger—not purchased or republished content.
- All recipes in this roundup have earned a star rating of 4 stars or higher from readers or reviewers.
Top Tips
- Bloom the mint flavor before freezing. Whether using extract, fresh leaves, or crushed candy, let it fully mix into the base first so the flavor doesn't taste flat once frozen.
- Chop mix-ins small and even. Chocolate chips, Oreo pieces, or crushed candy cane spread more evenly through a batch when they're chopped into smaller pieces instead of left whole.
- Chill no-churn bases before freezing. Giving a no-churn mixture time in the fridge before it goes into the freezer helps it set with a smoother texture.
- Run a Ninja Creami base through an extra spin. If a batch comes out looking crumbly instead of scoopable, an additional spin cycle usually smooths it back out.
- Press plastic wrap against the surface before sealing. This small step cuts down on ice crystals forming on top of a finished batch during storage.
Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Ice Cream
The Ninja Creami turns mint and chocolate into a smooth, scoopable ice cream without a traditional churner taking up counter space. A straightforward flavor pairing done well at home.
Photo credit: The Tasty Travelers
Ninja Creami White Chocolate Peppermint Low Calorie Ice Cream
White chocolate and peppermint go into a low calorie base built around the Ninja Creami. A lighter route to a holiday flavor pairing.
Photo credit: The Tasty Travelers
Ninja Creami Peppermint Protein Ice Cream
Protein powder and peppermint spin together in the Ninja Creami for a dessert built with more than flavor in mind. Cool and creamy, ready whenever the craving hits.
Photo credit: The Tasty Travelers
Ninja Creami Candy Cane Ice Cream
Crushed candy cane mixes into a Ninja Creami base for a crunchy, minty finish in every bite. A festive spin on the usual mint chip routine.
Photo credit: The Creameri
Ice Cream Bon Bons
Bite-sized ice cream bon bons offer a fun way to serve dessert without pulling out bowls and spoons for everyone. Each one is coated and ready to grab straight from the freezer.
Photo credit: Chew Out Loud
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream {No Churn Recipe}
No ice cream maker is required for this mint chocolate chip version, just a mix-and-freeze method anyone can manage. A simple route to a familiar flavor combination.
Photo credit: Simply Stacie
Baileys Vanilla Mint Shake
Baileys brings an adult twist to a vanilla mint shake, turning dessert into something closer to a cocktail. A cool sip suited to an after-dinner treat.
Photo credit: My Rad Kitchen
Shamrock Shake Recipe (No food coloring!)
This shamrock shake skips artificial food coloring while keeping the minty, milkshake style everyone expects. A homemade take on the seasonal favorite.
Photo credit: The Kitchen Girl
Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Ice Cream
Adding protein powder to mint chocolate chip turns this Ninja Creami recipe into a dessert that pulls double duty. The appliance keeps the texture smooth from base to bowl.
Photo credit: The Tasty Travelers
Oreo Mint Ice Cream Pie
Layers of crushed Oreos and mint ice cream stack into a pie built for slicing straight from the freezer. Minimal prep leads to a dessert that looks like more effort than it took.
Photo credit: Emily Fabulous
Coconut Mint Ice Cream w/Fresh Mint
Fresh mint leaves give this coconut ice cream a brighter flavor than extract alone usually delivers. Coconut adds richness without needing a dairy base.
Photo credit: The Oregon Dietitian
Sugar Free Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream (Ninja Creami)
Sugar free ingredients go into the Ninja Creami for a mint chocolate chip version built with blood sugar in mind. A dessert option that still keeps the chocolate chips.
Photo credit: I Hacked Diabetes
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
A classic churned version of mint chocolate chip, made the traditional way with an ice cream maker. Straightforward ingredients keep the focus on the mint and chocolate pairing.
Photo credit: Noshing With The Nolands
Oreo Mint Milkshake
Oreo cookies blend into a mint milkshake for a thick, cookies-and-cream twist on a classic combo. One glass gets you both dessert and drink in a single pour.
Photo credit: My Mini Chefs
Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Mint chocolate chip gets the Ninja Creami treatment here, spinning into a smooth, scoopable base without extra equipment. A dependable format for a familiar flavor pairing.
Photo credit: The Tasty Travelers
Lightened Up Mint Chocolate Chip Pie (easy no-bake ice cream dessert)
This version lightens up mint chocolate chip pie while keeping the no-bake, freezer-set method intact. Less time in the kitchen still lands a full pie.
Photo credit: The Soccer Mom Blog
Ninja Creami Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Recipe
Another Ninja Creami approach to mint chocolate chip, built around the appliance's spin cycle for a fresh batch each time. No ice cream maker attachments needed.
Photo credit: The Creameri
Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Made from scratch with an ice cream maker, this version skips store-bought shortcuts for mint chocolate chip. A homemade base allows more control over the mint intensity.
Photo credit: Chew Out Loud
Ninja Creami Mint Cookies & Cream Ice Cream
Mint and cookies and cream share one Ninja Creami base for a flavor mashup beyond standard mint chip. Crushed cookies mix in for texture alongside the minty backdrop.
Photo credit: The Creameri
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