Lucky Leprechaun Rolled Ice Cream
Get ready to bring a little luck of the Irish to your dessert table! This St. Patrick’s Day Rolled Ice Cream is bright green, creamy, and packed with festive toppings like chocolate gold coins, crushed cookies, and shamrock sprinkles. It’s a playful treat that kids can help decorate, making it as much fun to make as it is to eat. Perfect for celebrating with a little sweet magic this March 17th! 🌈🍀
Yield: About 4–6 rolls (adjustable based on thickness)
Ingredients
Ice Cream Base:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (or more to taste)
- 4–6 drops green food coloring
Mix-ins & Fun Extras:
- Mini chocolate chips
- Crushed cookies
- Rainbow sprinkles or shamrock-shaped sprinkles
Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate gold coins
- Sprinkles
- Chocolate sauce
- Rainbow candies
Instructions
- Chill the Ice Cream Plate
Turn on your Whynter ICR-300SS and pre-chill the freezing plate. - Prepare the Base
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, sugar, peppermint extract, and green food coloring until the sugar is dissolved and the color is uniform. - Pour & Spread
Pour a thin layer of the mixture onto the chilled plate. Spread it evenly using the scraper, about 1/4-inch thick. - Add Mix-ins
Scatter mini chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or candy “gold coins” across the surface. - Roll the Ice Cream
Once the ice cream is firm (2–3 minutes, depending on temperature), use the scraper to gently push and roll the ice cream into tight rolls. - Serve
Place the rolls in a cup or bowl. Top with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a drizzle of chocolate or caramel syrup.
🍀 Extra Fun for Kids
- Hide a chocolate coin in one of the rolls for a “leprechaun treasure.”
- Let the kids decorate their own cups with toppings for a festive activity.
