Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe

Indulge in this decadent, easy-to-make chocolate ice cream! Rich, creamy, and intensely chocolatey, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Get ready for an amazing dessert experience that's surprisingly simple to create.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 250 mins
Calories 496.5 kcal
Protein 10g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Ice Cream

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • Unsweetened Chocolate Squares
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cognac (optional)

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How to Make Chocolate Ice Cream

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat 2 cups heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
  2. Reduce heat to low.
  3. Add 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules, and ¾ cup granulated sugar. Whisk constantly until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons cognac (optional).
  5. Let the mixture cool completely to room temperature. Then, pour into a freezer-safe container.
  6. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours, stirring every 30 minutes with a fork to prevent ice crystals from forming.
  7. Once chilled, churn the ice cream in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  8. Transfer the churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours to harden further.
  9. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

156g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Ice Cream?

Chocolate Ice Cream takes about 280 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 250 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Ice Cream?

Chocolate Ice Cream has approximately 496.5 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 77 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Ice Cream?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Ice Cream are Heavy Cream, Unsweetened Chocolate Squares, Coffee, Sugar, Cognac. See the full list with measurements above.

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