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Dark chocolate ice cream in a baking tray with an ice cream scoop.

Dark Chocolate Ice Cream (No-churn)

Looking for a decadent, creamy and irresistible dark chocolate ice cream? Look no further - this recipe is perfect for satisfying your deepest chocolate cravings!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 443kcal

Ingredients

For the ice cream

  • 300 millilitre double cream - heavy cream in the US
  • 100 grams 70% dark chocolate - or 85% for extra dark
  • 1 can condensed milk - circa 397g
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

How to make the ice cream

  • Whip the double cream until stiff peaks form, then set aside.
    300 millilitre double cream
  • Break the dark chocolate into small pieces and microwave in short intervals, stirring in between, until it's fully melted and smooth.
    100 grams 70% dark chocolate
  • Pour the condensed milk into a medium-sized bowl.
    1 can condensed milk
  • Add the melted chocolate and vanilla extract to the condensed milk, then beat until smooth and well combined.
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Gently fold half of the chocolate mixture into the whipped cream until just combined.
  • Add the remaining chocolate mixture to the cream. Keep folding until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and smooth.
    For a quicker blend, you can briefly mix with an electric hand whisk.
  • Transfer the ice cream mixture to your preferred container, such as a baking tray, loaf tin or plastic tub.
  • Place the container in the freezer on a level surface and freeze for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Once frozen, you can top the ice cream with flaked chocolate, chocolate curls or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra touch.

Notes

Top tip

Let the ice cream sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to make scooping easier.
Or, run the ice cream scoop under hot water for a few seconds before scooping out the ice cream.

Get fancy with a swirl of ganache

If you would to like swirl chocolate ganache through the ice cream before freezing, follow these steps:
  • Heat 100ml cream until just below boiling point.
  • Pour the hot cream over 50 grams of chopped 70% dark chocolate (or higher) and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  • Stir the melted chocolate and cream together until you have a glossy, smooth texture.
  • Drop spoonfuls on the unfrozen ice cream and swirl through with a knife. Freeze.
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Nutrition

Calories: 443kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 366mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 879IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 188mg | Iron: 2mg
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