Ingredients
- Heavy cream: 2 cups
- Whole milk: 1 cup
- Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 4 ounces, finely chopped
- Egg yolks: 6 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is steaming and the sugar is dissolved. Do not boil.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks until lightly beaten. Gradually pour about 1 cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent them from scrambling.
- Step 3: Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a spatula or wooden spoon, until the custard thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Step 4: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped chocolate chips and vanilla extract until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Step 5: Pour the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any lumps. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to chill completely.
- Step 6: Pour the chilled custard into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions. Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to harden before serving.
Notes
- Store leftover ice cream in a well-sealed container in the back of the freezer to prevent freezer burn.
- While not recommended, slightly softened ice cream can be gently stirred, but avoid melting it completely.
- Serve with a dusting of cocoa powder and fresh berries for an elegant presentation.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate chips alongside the semi-sweet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American