Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe. Rich, creamy, and bursting with chocolate flavor, this ice cream rivals any store-bought version. Perfect for summer barbecues, cozy family nights, or special celebrations, its easy preparation and customizable nature make it a go-to treat for any occasion. Just a handful of simple ingredients transform into a luscious dessert that will impress your family and friends. Plus, no ice cream maker is required if you prefer a simpler method! Enjoy the delightful taste of homemade chocolate ice cream that you can savor anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 5 large egg yolks
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, whisk together milk, cream, and cocoa powder; simmer over medium-low heat.
- Stir in chopped chocolate and vanilla until melted.
- Add 3/4 cup sugar; return to simmer, whisking to dissolve.
- In a medium bowl, whisk remaining sugar with egg yolks until thickened; gradually mix in warm milk mixture.
- Cook custard over medium heat while stirring until thickened; strain into an ice bath to cool completely.
- Chill custard in the refrigerator until cold.
- Pour into an ice cream maker; churn according to instructions until soft-serve consistency.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg