Ingredients
- Heavy cream: 2 cups
- Whole milk: 1 cup
- Granulated sugar: 3/4 cup
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1/2 cup
- Egg yolks: 6 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Bittersweet chocolate, chopped: 4 ounces
Instructions
- Step 1: In a saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, sugar, and cocoa powder. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture just comes to a simmer. Remove from heat.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks. Gradually whisk about 1 cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks to temper them, then pour the tempered egg yolks into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture.
- Step 3: Return the saucepan to medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly with a spatula or wooden spoon, until the custard thickens slightly and coats the back of the spoon (about 2-3 minutes). Be careful not to let the mixture boil.
- Step 4: Remove the custard from the heat and stir in the chopped bittersweet chocolate and vanilla extract until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Step 5: Pour the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Cover the surface of the custard with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until completely chilled.
- Step 6: Pour the chilled custard into an 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 before serving.
Notes
- Store leftover ice cream in a freezer-safe container with a piece of parchment paper pressed against the surface to further prevent ice crystal formation.
- While this ice cream is best enjoyed frozen, letting it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving will soften it slightly for easier scooping.
- Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or shaved chocolate for an extra touch of elegance.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate with a cocoa percentage of 70% or higher.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American