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Homemade Rich Chocolate Ice Cream

This creamy, indulgent chocolate ice cream is so much better than anything you can pick up at the store.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 25, 2026
Homemade Rich Chocolate Ice Cream
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Prep
20 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
4 hours
Serves
6

There is nothing quite like the experience of scooping into a bowl of smooth, rich chocolate ice cream on a warm afternoon. I used to rely on store bought brands, but making it from scratch means you get the best flavor and a texture that is truly perfect.

My biggest tip for this recipe is to make sure your custard base is completely chilled before it goes into the ice cream maker. It makes the final result so much creamier and prevents those pesky ice crystals from forming.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk the cocoa powder and half of the sugar together in a medium bowl.

  2. 2

    In a saucepan, heat the milk, cream, and the remaining sugar over medium heat until it is steaming but not boiling.

  3. 3

    Slowly pour about half of the hot milk mixture into your egg yolks while whisking constantly to temper them.

  4. 4

    Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the cream and add the cocoa mixture.

  5. 5

    Cook the custard over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.

  6. 6

    Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.

  7. 7

    Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl, then cover and refrigerate until it is completely cold.

  8. 8

    Pour the chilled base into your ice cream maker and process according to the manufacturer instructions.

  9. 9

    Transfer the finished ice cream to a freezer safe container and freeze for at least two hours to firm up before serving.

💡 Tips

For the best texture, serve the ice cream within a few days of making it. If you want to get fancy, try topping your bowl with some fresh berries, toasted nuts, or a little extra chocolate shavings before you dig in.

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