Chocolate Ice-Cream

This homemade chocolate ice cream is rich, creamy, and full of deep chocolate flavor. Made with simple ingredients, it’s the perfect treat for any chocolate lover.

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large egg yolks
• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate, melted

Directions

1. 1. Prepare the Chocolate Base
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, milk, sugar, and cocoa powder.
3. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is warm (do not boil).
4. 2. Temper the Egg Yolks
5. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks.
6. Slowly pour a small amount of the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
7. Gradually add the egg mixture back into the saucepan.
8. 3. Cook the Custard
9. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 5–7 minutes).
10. Remove from heat and stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract.
11. 4. Chill the Mixture
12. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
13. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight for best results).
14. 5. Churn the Ice Cream
15. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 20–
16. 25 minutes).
17. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.