Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Tammy Smith

Chocolate chip ice cream starts with a classic vanilla custard base, then gets folded with plenty of dark chocolate chips before churning to a smooth, scoopable finish. It's a straightforward homemade recipe that comes together in about 30 minutes of active time, plus chilling and freezing.

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Prep Time 40

Total Time 40

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings bowls

Calories 518 kcal

Equipment

Ice Cream Maker
Mixing Bowls
Whisk
Saucepan
Measuring cups and spoons
Spatula

Ingredients

2 cups heavy cream preferably organic
1 cup whole milk
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract for optimal flavor
⅛ teaspoon salt
¾ cup dark chocolate chips chilled before using

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of heavy cream, 1 cup of whole milk, and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat while stirring continuously until the sugar has dissolved completely. Ensure the mixture does not reach a boil. Look for small bubbles forming at the edges, indicating it's ready.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract and 1/8 teaspoon of salt. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
Once the base mixture is chilled, pour it into your ice cream maker. Churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until the mixture reaches a soft-serve consistency.
In the final five minutes of churning, slowly add in 3/4 cup of chilled dark chocolate chips, allowing them to evenly incorporate.
Transfer the churned ice cream to a lidded container and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.

Notes

Tammy’s Tips:

For a nutty variant, consider adding a small handful of roasted pecans or almonds during the last few minutes of churning.
Replace dark chocolate chips with milk or white chocolate chips for a sweeter profile.

Nutrition

Calories: 518kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 5gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 26gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 283mgFiber: 1gSugar: 37gVitamin A: 1234IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 171mgIron: 0.4mg

Keyword Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

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