Description
A rich and delightful ice cream combining smooth chocolate with crunchy nuts and a tempting fudge swirl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 oz dark chocolate, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted, if desired)
- 1/2 cup fudge sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, cocoa powder, melted chocolate, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Cover the bowl and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Pour the chilled mixture into your ice cream maker and churn for 20–25 minutes until a soft-serve consistency forms.
- During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the chopped nuts to incorporate a delightful crunch.
- Transfer the ice cream to an airtight container, swirl in the fudge sauce or drizzle on top, and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
- Scoop into bowls, drizzle extra fudge sauce if desired, and savor your decadent, nutty chocolate masterpiece!
Notes
For best texture, chill the mixture for at least 2 hours. Toasting the nuts adds extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling, Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ice cream, chocolate, dessert, summer treat, homemade ice cream