Delish Chocolate Ice Cream

### Introduction

Okay, folks! Let’s talk about the delectable Delish Chocolate Ice Cream — a heavenly treat straight from your dreams and onto your dessert spoon. It’s this ridiculously creamy ice cream that’ll have you swooning with every bite. Made with real chocolate and a hint of nostalgia, this beauty is all about turning your kitchen into a small-batch, chocolatey wonderland. Don’t worry, it’s easy enough that you won’t end up setting off smoke alarms or turning your kitchen into a slip ‘n’ slide of melted chocolate. Give it a whirl and impress your taste buds!

### Family Story Time

So, picture this — a lazy Sunday afternoon, me half-buried under a mountain of laundry I promised myself I’d ‘do tomorrow,’ and the hubby, who’s as cartoonishly chocolate-loving as they come, starts rooting through the freezer like he’s on a treasure hunt. He’s looking for one thing: Delish Chocolate Ice Cream. Let me tell you, this recipe has a fan club in my house. It’s gotten to the point where our family hangs out in the kitchen like a sitcom family, eagerly waiting for this frozen delight to be ready. It’s not just ice cream; it’s a little piece of happiness shared in bowls.

Why You’ll Love This Delish Chocolate Ice Cream

– It’s an ice cream that screams “comfort” in capital letters — perfect for rainy days, sunny days, heck, any day!
– Super chocolatey — not the “blink and you miss it” chocolate. Oh, no. This is the real deal.
– Homemade and utterly worth the (minimal) effort — no weird stuff like in-store ice creams!
– Even your stubborn “I don’t like sweets” uncle will be reaching for seconds.

How to Make It

Alright, grab your biggest mixing bowl because we’re diving headfirst into a sea of chocolate goodness. Start by melting some good ol’ chocolate bars — go for the fancy, dark stuff if you’re feeling adult-ish, or milk chocolate for the inner child. You know the drill: whisk it with cream until it looks like a dreamy chocolate river. Now, here’s my little trick; I always keep some extra chocolate bits to throw in at the end. Oops? Did I say that was a secret? Anyhow, mix it all up till it’s smooth like my grandma’s stories. Chuck it in an ice cream maker if you have one, or just freeze it and give it a few stirs. Voilà, you’re basically a wizard.

Ingredient Notes

– **Chocolate:** The star of the show! Opt for the good stuff, please. Cheap chocolate equals a sad, sad ice cream.
– **Cream:** Don’t skimp here. I once tried low-fat, and let’s just say, never again. We’re going for richness, folks!
– **Vanilla Extract:** Ah, the magic elixir. No cheating with the artificial stuff. The real deal elevates the whole scoop.

Recipe Steps

1. Melt chocolate in a large bowl.
2. Whisk melted chocolate with cream until smooth.
3. Add extra chocolate bits and stir well.
4. Pour mixture into an ice cream maker or shallow dish.
5. Freeze and stir occasionally until set.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Storage Tips

So here’s the deal: if there are by some miracle leftovers, stash them in an airtight container in your freezer. Eating it straight from the frozen tub is a right I will forever defend. It’s like getting a cold hug. Also, don’t feel bad if you breakfast it. Ice cream mornings? Totally liberating and kinda rebellious.

Variations and Substitutions

Feeling like living on the edge? Throw in some chopped nuts or a swirl of caramel before freezing. No cream in the fridge? Been there—tried it with coconut milk, which was pretty awesome! As for sugar, I’ve sweet-talked my way around it by using honey or maple syrup when the sugar jar came up empty — still delish, trust me.

### Frequently Asked Questions

Delish Chocolate Ice Cream

This creamy and rich chocolate ice cream is the perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth any time of the year.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups heavy cream
• ▢ 1.5 cups whole milk
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
• ▢ 4 large egg yolks
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar. Slowly add the milk and heavy cream, whisking to combine.
• Heat the mixture over medium heat until hot but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
• In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth. Gradually pour about 1 cup of the hot chocolate mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
• Pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
• Remove from heat, stir in salt and vanilla extract. Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
• Churn the chilled mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
• Transfer ice cream to a container and freeze until firm, about 2 hours. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For an extra rich flavor, try adding chocolate chips or a swirl of fudge sauce before freezing.