Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream is a perfect treat for the hot summer says, and is easy to make. It’s cool, refreshing, and creamy. Who could ask for more?
Whisk together the cream, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a large saucepan. Heat mixture over medium-high heat, whisking frequently, until it reaches a full, rolling boil, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in the bittersweet chocolate chips until they are completely melted. Then whisk in the milk and vanilla. Pour the mixture into a blender and blend for 30 seconds until very smooth. Transfer to a container and chill thoroughly in the refrigerator. (See Tip 3)
Pour the chilled mixture into the ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.
May substitute regular unsweetened cocoa for Dutch-process cocoa.
The ice cream mixture should be refrigerated for at least four hours, but preferably overnight. The temperature of the mixture should be 40°F or lower.