You can make delicious homemade Dark Chocolate Ice Cream without an ice cream machine and no eggs! This is my go-to recipe when I have a chocolate craving because it comes together quickly and everyone loves it. After you try this recipe, you will be wondering why you ever purchased it from the grocery store!
The cocoa powder adds amazing flavor to the ice cream base. I like to add dark chocolate chips to take the chocolate to the next level as well as add a little bit of texture. It's a great dessert to enjoy in the summer heat.
If you like homemade ice cream recipes, you will love this mint brownie ice cream and my easy pineapple ice cream (no churn). This chocolate crunch Ice cream is really good too.
Why You Will Love This Dark Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe
- Only 4 ingredients: This eggless chocolate ice cream is made with just 4 simple ingredients, making it incredibly easy to make.
- Family favorite: Who doesn't love chocolate-flavored ice cream? With its deep chocolate flavor, I guarantee everyone will be asking for it by name.
- Budget-friendly: This is such an inexpensive recipe. You won't need to worry about spending extra money to make tasty no-churn ice cream yourself.
Ingredients
Below are all of the ingredients you'll need to make this homemade chocolate ice cream recipe. They are simple items you can pick up at any local grocery store.
- Heavy whipping cream: This ingredient adds a light and creamy texture to the ice cream. It's the key to keeping ice crystals from forming in your ice cream. I don't recommend trying to use whole milk or other types of dairy as you will lose the creaminess.
- Cocoa powder: I use Dutch-processed cocoa for this recipe because it has a smooth chocolate taste. You may use any cocoa powder that you have on hand.
- Sweetened condensed milk: To achieve the perfect sweetness and consistency, sweetened condensed milk is a super important ingredient.
- Dark chocolate chips: I love the little pops of dark chocolate throughout the ice cream!
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Raspberry: Fold in fresh raspberries for a pop of freshness and sweetness.
- Orange: Add fresh orange zest for a citrus twist that complements the chocolate.
- Hazelnut: For ultimate hazelnut flavor, add chopped hazelnuts for texture AND hazelnut extract!
- Rocky road ice cream and more: Add some nuts and marshmallows or other toppings such as cookie dough chunks, white chocolate chips, or peanut butter chips to create different flavor combinations.
Serve this ice cream up with some dark chocolate cookies with sea salt and you've got one amazing dessert idea!
How to Make Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream
Here are the instructions to make this ice cream without a machine. It's easier than ever to make it in your kitchen instead of purchasing it from the store. Make sure you have a 9x5 loaf pan ready!
Step 1: Whip the chocolate mixture. Combine the heavy cream and cocoa powder with an electric mixer. Set it to medium-high speed and beat the cream until stiff peaks form. This should take around 3 minutes or so.
Step 2: Add the condensed milk and chocolate chips. Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and dark chocolate chips. Gently stir them into the whipped cream mixture until it is smooth and the ingredients are all well combined.
Step 3: Transfer to the pan. Pour the finished ice cream mixture into the loaf pan and spread it evenly. Go ahead and add more chocolate chips or chopped chocolate on top if you like! Cover the ice cream with plastic wrap and put it in the freezer for a minimum of 6 hours or until it feels firm.
Step 4: Serve. Enjoy a scoop!
Hint: Make sure the plastic wrap is touching the ice cream to prevent freezer burn.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy my hot chocolate ice cream and this monster cookie ice cream. My red velvet ice cream is also quite noteworthy.
Serving Suggestions
- Any toppings will work perfectly including caramel sauce and hot fudge. Try Cranberry Syrup or Blueberry Syrup for a creative and fruity twist.
- Serve a scoop of ice cream on the side or make a cookie ice cream sandwich with Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies.
- Ice cream and cake are always delish! Enjoy a slice of Lemon Raspberry Loaf Cake or Air Fryer Pumpkin Cake with a bowl of creamy ice cream.
My strawberry crunch ice cream is another really good ice cream recipe. Check it out, you won't be disappointed.
Recipe Tips
- Storage directions: Store this old-fashioned chocolate ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Don't overwhip the cream: You want stiff peaks but beyond that, it will begin to separate.
- Add coffee: To further intensify the chocolatey flavor, add a couple of tablespoons of brewed coffee.
Recipe FAQ
Any flavor of chocolate chips will work fine! I like to use dark chocolate for its deep and rich flavor. Milk chocolate is tasty, too. Even semi-sweet works!
I let it sit on the counter for about 10-15 minutes to soften. You may also run an ice cream scoop under warm water for 30 seconds before scooping!
More Delicious Chocolate Recipes
Do you love chocolate? Here are some recipes you may also like to try.
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Dark Chocolate Ice Cream
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup Dutch process cocoa powder
- 1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Use an electric mixer to whip the cream and cocoa powder into stiff peaks on medium-high speed. Depending on your hand mixer, this should take about 3 minutes.
- Once the cream begins to form freestanding peaks, add the condensed milk and chocolate chips. Use a large spoon or spatula to gently fold the condensed milk and chocolate chips into the chocolate whipped cream until homogenous. Make sure the chocolate chips are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Pour your ice cream into a 9x5 inch loaf pan. If you'd like, you can top the ice cream with some extra chocolate chips. Cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap and allow the ice cream to freeze for about 6 hours, or until it feels firm to the touch.
- Scoop, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage directions: Store leftover ice cream tightly covered in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Don't overwhip the cream: You want stiff peaks but beyond that, it will begin to separate.
- Add coffee: To further intensify the chocolatey flavor, add a couple of tablespoons of brewed coffee.
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