🍫 Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe

 

🍫 Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients (Makes about 1 quart / 4 servings)

• 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream

• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk

• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

• ½ cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)

• 100g (3.5 oz) dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (optional for extra richness)

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

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Instructions

🥣 Stovetop Method (with or without ice cream maker)

1. Mix the Base:

   • In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.

   • Gradually whisk in milk and cream until smooth.

   • Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is hot and just about to simmer.

2. Add Chocolate (Optional):

   • If using chopped chocolate, add it now.

   • Stir until completely melted and smooth.

3. Chill:

   • Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract.

   • Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully chilled.

4. Churn or Freeze:

   • With an Ice Cream Maker: Churn the chilled mixture according to your machine’s instructions. Freeze for 2–4 hours until firm.

   • Without a Machine: Pour into a shallow container and freeze. Stir vigorously every 30 minutes for 3 hours to break up ice crystals.

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🍦 Serving Tips:

• Serve with chocolate chips, brownie chunks, or a drizzle of fudge sauce.

• Store in an airtight container for up to 1–2 weeks.

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🌟 Optional Add-ins:

• Mini chocolate chips

• Chopped nuts

• Swirl in peanut butter or caramel before final freeze