Description
Double chocolate ice cream delights chocolate enthusiasts with its rich, creamy texture. Silky Belgian chocolate and premium cocoa create a luxurious dessert that promises pure indulgence. Enjoy cool comfort in each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 cups heavy cream (473 ml)
- 1 cup whole milk (237 ml)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine milk, heavy cream, sugar, and cocoa powder in a saucepan, heating gently over medium temperature until steaming and well-integrated.
- Separate egg yolks into a mixing bowl, then carefully temper them by slowly incorporating a small portion of the warm liquid while continuously whisking to prevent curdling.
- Return the egg-liquid mixture to the saucepan, reducing heat to low and stirring consistently until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Immediately remove from heat and fold in chopped chocolate, vanilla extract, and salt, stirring until the chocolate melts completely and the mixture achieves a silky, uniform consistency.
- Position a fine-mesh strainer over a clean bowl and pour the mixture through to eliminate any potential egg solids, ensuring a smooth texture.
- Chill the custard in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours or preferably overnight, allowing flavors to meld and mixture to cool thoroughly.
- Transfer the chilled mixture to an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s guidelines, typically 20-25 minutes, until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Scoop the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container, smoothing the surface, and freeze for 2-3 hours until firm and scoopable.
Notes
- Try different chocolate types like dark, milk, or white chocolate to create unique flavor profiles.
- For a richer texture, use high-fat content cream and premium cocoa powder.
- Consider adding mix-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or swirls of chocolate sauce during the churning process for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 464 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg