Description
A rich and creamy homemade chocolate ice cream that is smooth and free of ice crystals, perfect for family gatherings and summer evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and have them at room temperature.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- Combine with wet ingredients: Gradually stir in the heavy cream and whole milk until smooth.
- Add vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Chill the mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
- Churn the ice cream: Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn for 20-30 minutes.
- Freeze until firm: Transfer the churned ice cream into an airtight container and freeze for 2-4 hours.
Notes
Ensure to chill the mixture thoroughly before churning to achieve the best texture. You can make this dairy-free by substituting with coconut or almond milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chocolate ice cream, homemade dessert, summer treat, family recipe, creamy ice cream