Gourmet Chocolate Ice Cream
This homemade chocolate ice cream gets its deep flavor from quality cocoa and melted dark chocolate churned into a rich custard base. Using an ice cream machine, the whole process takes around 45 minutes of active work plus several hours of freezing time. The result is a dense, scoopable ice cream with a pronounced chocolate flavor.
Equipment
- Ice Cream Maker
- Medium saucepan
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Fine Mesh Sieve
Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole milk preferably organic
- 2 cups heavy cream for a creamy texture
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder preferably Dutch-processed
- 4 oz dark chocolate finely chopped
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and half of the granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat until steaming but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining sugar and cocoa powder. Add the chopped dark chocolate and egg yolks, creating a smooth paste.
- Slowly temper the chocolate mixture by gradually whisking in about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture, ensuring the yolks don't scramble.
- Return the combined mixture to the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon, approximately 8-10 minutes. Avoid boiling.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to ensure a silky texture. Cool to room temperature.
- Chill the mixture thoroughly in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Process in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm, about 2 hours.
Notes
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, consider using 85% cocoa dark chocolate.
- If a softer texture is desired, a splash of high-quality liquor such as Grand Marnier can be added before churning.
Nutrition
Calories: 558kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 8gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 217mgSodium: 96mgPotassium: 394mgFiber: 5gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 1403IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 4mg
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