This recipe solves a problem posed by the Christmas treat overload dilemma. I need to get rid of some extra candy canes that no one will ever eat, but no one wants to eat cookies, cake and cheesecake is out, and rich desserts are passé by now. So the incredible problem solving machine that is my brain decided to grind up the candy canes and mix them with ice cream and cool whip. We create a cool, minty, refreshing treat that is creamy with small bits of crunchy candy cane throughout. Enter the first brilliant idea of the new year.
Candy Cane Ice Cream Dessert
1/2 gallon vanilla ice cream, softened
1 8 ounce tub Cool Whip
1 box of candy canes (about 12, or to your taste)
Roughly break up all of the candy canes, and grind them in the food processor until they are mostly powder with some small bits of candy cane left. In a large bowl, mix the ice cream and cool whip until roughly combined. Add the candy cane powder and bits, and stir the mixture until everything is totally incorporated. Spoon into a large freezer container (an empty ice cream bucket works well), and freeze until firm. Serve.
Enjoy! -Cardamommy
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