Description
Indulge in rich, creamy homemade chocolate ice cream that brings joy and nostalgia to every scoop.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Whole Milk
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 4 Egg Yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Begin by whisking the sugar, cocoa powder, and salt together in a saucepan. Gradually add in the milk and cream, stirring until well-combined.
- Heat the Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is warm but not boiling.
- Temper the Eggs: In a bowl, beat the egg yolks. Slowly, pour in a bit of the warm mixture into the egg yolks while whisking continuously.
- Combine: Once combined, pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Chill the Mixture: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Churn: Place the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Freeze: Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
- Serve: Scoop into bowls, garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh fruit, and enjoy!
Notes
Allow the mixture to cool completely before churning for the best texture. Experiment with add-ins like peppermint or toffee for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chocolate ice cream, homemade dessert, summer treat, family recipe