This Shamrock Ice Cream is the creamiest, dreamiest treat you’ll ever make! Get ready for a homemade minty delight that’s rich, refreshing, and effortlessly made in the Ninja Creami—no gums, no pudding mix, just pure goodness!
This Shamrock Ice Cream recipe is a household favorite every March. It’s our way of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a scoop of something green!
If you love classic mint chocolate chip, you’ll love this creamy, dreamy treat. It’s cool, refreshing, and packed with vanilla, mint, and sweet chocolate. The best part? It’s homemade, so you control the ingredients!
Once you make it, you’ll never go back to store-bought.
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Why You'll Love This?
- Creamy & Dreamy – No ice crystals, just smooth, velvety ice cream.
- No Pudding Mix or Gums – Just real ingredients, no unnecessary fillers.
- Super Easy – The Ninja Creami does all the hard work.
- Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day ☘️– It’s festive and fun!
What is Shamrock Ice Cream?
Shamrock Ice Cream is a mint-flavored dessert with a creamy texture. It’s inspired by the famous Shamrock Shake from McDonald's.
This green ice cream is packed with vanilla, mint, and chocolate chips. It’s smooth, refreshing, and perfect for celebrating March and St. Patrick's Day.
Think of it as the ultimate mint chocolate chip ice cream, but better!
🛒Ingredients
- Mint Chocolate Chip Flavoring – The secret to that signature cool, minty taste.
- Half and Half – The perfect balance of milk and cream for a luscious texture.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk – Adds sweetness and creaminess to the ice cream.
- Cottage Cheese – Sounds surprising, but trust me, it makes the base extra creamy!
- Vanilla Extract or Vanilla Bean Paste – For that warm, aromatic vanilla undertone.
- Green Food Color – Just a few drops give it that festive St. Patrick’s ☘️look.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitution and Additions
- Half and Half → Replace with equal parts heavy cream and whole milk.
- Cottage Cheese → Use Greek yogurt for a tangy twist.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk → Swap with honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness.
- Green Food Color → Skip it or use matcha powder for a natural alternative.
- Extra Add-Ins – Stir in chocolate chips, crushed Oreos, or marshmallows.
How to Make Shamrock Ice Cream?
- Blend Ingredients – Combine everything in a blender until smooth.
- Freeze for 24 Hours – Pour into a Ninja Creami pint and freeze on a level surface.
- Spin on Ice Cream Mode – Let the Ninja Creami do its magic! Respin if Needed – If it’s crumbly, respin for the perfect texture.
- Serve and Enjoy – Scoop it up and enjoy a creamy, minty treat!
🍒Fun Mix-Ins and Topping Ideas
- 🍫 Chocolate Chips – Classic, crunchy, and pairs perfectly with mint.
- 🍀 Crushed Oreos – Adds a cookies-and-cream twist.
- 🎉 Rainbow Sprinkles – Because everything is better with sprinkles!
- 🍯 Caramel Swirl – A sweet contrast to the cool mint flavor.
- 🍫 Chocolate Chunks – Bigger pieces for a decadent bite.
👪Serving Size
This recipe is for the Ninja Creami Deluxe, making 4 servings. Perfect for sharing!
🌀Tools You’ll Need
- Blender: For a silky smooth base.
- Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker: The star of the show, perfect for creating creamy, smooth ice cream.
- Ninja Creami Pint Container: Essential for freezing your base.
Tips for Success
- If too crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon milk and respin.
- Flatten leftovers for easy re-spin without damaging the blade.
- Taste before freezing – It should be slightly sweeter than you prefer.
FAQ: Your Ice Cream Questions Answered
A mix of mint and vanilla, known for its fresh taste!
Like mint chocolate chip but creamier and smoother!
Milk, vanilla soft serve, mint flavoring, and green color.
Usually mid-February for St. Patrick’s Day.
The fast-food version is high in sugar and calories—but this homemade version is better!
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Ninja Creami Shamrock Ice Cream
Equipment
- 1 Ninja Creami Deluxe
- 1 Blender
- 24 ounces Ninja Container Pint
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup Half and half
- ½ cup Sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup Cottage cheese
- ½ teaspoon Mint chocolate chip flavor I used Lorann Oils Mint Chocolate Chip
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
- 2 drops Green food color
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients – Combine everything in a blender until smooth.
- Freeze for 24 Hours – Pour into a Ninja Creami pint and freeze on a level surface.
- Spin on Ice Cream Mode – Let the Ninja Creami do its magic!
- Respin if Needed – If it’s crumbly, respin for the perfect texture.
- Serve and Enjoy – Scoop it up and enjoy a creamy, minty treat!
Notes
- If too crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon milk and respin.
- Flatten leftovers for easy re-spin without damaging the blade.
- Taste before freezing – It should be slightly sweeter than you prefer.
Rose Sioson says
This Shamrock Ice Cream is surprisingly a hit! We dont usually like mint flavor but this was so refreshing, and the creamy! It’s the perfect treat for St. Patrick’s Day—or any time you’re craving something sweet and minty! I hope you all love it as much as we did! If you give it a try, let me know what you think!