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No-Churn Chocolate Ice Cream

No-Churn Chocolate Ice Cream

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-churn freezing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creamy, lush, and deeply chocolatey no-churn ice cream you can make in minutes, then let the freezer do the rest. No machine, no eggs, just pure velvet in every bite.


Ingredients

  • Heavy whipping cream: 2 cups, cold
  • Sweetened condensed milk: 1 can, 14 ounces
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup, sifted
  • Semi-sweet chocolate (melted and cooled): 4 ounces
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Fine salt: 1/4 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Chill the tools: Place the mixing bowl and whisk or mixer beaters in the refrigerator for 15 minutes so the cream whips quickly and stays stable.
  2. Make the chocolate base: In a large bowl whisk the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, melted and cooled semi-sweet chocolate, vanilla extract, and salt until fully smooth and glossy.
  3. Whip the cream: In the chilled bowl beat the heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks, taking care not to overwhip.
  4. Fold together: Using a rubber spatula gently fold one third of the whipped cream into the chocolate base to lighten it, then fold in the remaining cream just until no streaks remain.
  5. Pan prep: Line a 9×5 inch loaf pan or freezer safe container with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy lifting.
  6. Fill and level: Scrape the mixture into the pan and smooth the top with a spatula for even freezing.
  7. Seal: Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface, then cover the pan to prevent ice crystals.
  8. Freeze: Freeze until firm, at least 6 hours or overnight for best scoopable texture.
  9. Serve: Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 3 to 5 minutes, then scoop and enjoy.

Notes

  • For extra depth add 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder to the chocolate base.
  • Use high quality cocoa and chocolate for the richest flavor.
  • Run your scoop under hot water for clean, round scoops.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 24 g
  • Sodium: 60 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg

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