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    Hot Chocolate Ice Cream

    Published: Dec 19, 2021 · Modified: Jan 6, 2025 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Hot chocolate ice cream, an easy no-churn ice cream that tastes just like frozen hot chocolate!  This creamy, decadent chocolate ice cream with fluffy marshmallows is sure to be everyone’s new favorite ice cream flavor!!

    Scoops of hot chocolate ice cream in a glass sundae dish.

    I dreamed up this recipe on a hot summer day when I was craving the flavors of hot chocolate.   Hot cocoa mix gives the ice cream tons of chocolatey flavor and tiny little marshmallows give it the authentic look of a cup of hot chocolate you can scoop into your favorite ice cream cone or bowl!

    Frozen Hot Chocolate Recipe

    Ice cream is by far one of my favorite desserts to eat year-round, even when it's freezing cold outside. To make things even better, this simple five-ingredient recipe doesn't require an ice cream maker. Just combine all the ingredients, store it in the freezer and it's ready to go in about 4-6 hours.

    This easy no-churn ice cream recipe was inspired by my other ice cream recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing cookie recipe.

    Ingredients

    This easy homemade ice cream recipe is made with only five easy ingredients that you can easily find at most grocery stores.

    • whole milk
    • heavy whipping cream sometimes called heavy cream
    • sweetened condensed milk
    • marshmallows
    • hot cocoa mix

    See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.

    How to Make Hot Chocolate Ice Cream

    Making hot chocolate-flavored ice cream is super simple and perfect for any level cook.

    Step 1: Step 2: Mix the Liquids

    Use an electric mixer to whisk the milk, cream, and condensed milk together in a medium bowl until homogenous.

    Step 2: Add the flavors

    Once the milks are mixed well, add the marshmallows and cocoa powder and whisk again until well combined and there are no lumps of cocoa mix.

    Step 3: Get Ready for the Freezer

    Pour the mixture into a 9x11 loaf pan and place in the freezer to set for 4-6 hours.

    Once the ice cream is frozen, serve and enjoy!

    Hint: If you want the marshmallows mixed into the ice cream, hold off on adding them prior to freezing. Freeze the chocolate ice cream for two hours so it partially freezes. Then stir in the marshmallows and continue freezing the ice cream the remaining time.

    Frozen hot chocolate is scooped into glass dish. More ice cream and cones in the background.

    Substitutions

    Don't have the correct ingredients on hand? Or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this hot chocolate flavored ice cream recipe.

    • Hot cocoa mix - instead of hot cocoa mix, you can use cocoa powder. This substitution will also give the ice cream a more intense chocolate flavor.
    • Whole milk - use low fat milk instead of whole milk though ice cream may be slightly less creamy and have an icy texture.

    Variations

    Want to personalize this hot chocolate ice cream recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe. For each alternative, add the additional ingredients along with the hot cocoa mix in step 3.

    • Mexican Hot Chocolate - add a dash of cinnamon and chili pepper for the flavors of a frozen Mexican hot chocolate.
    • Peppermint - add 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract or crushed peppermint candies.
    • Pumpkin spice - stir in 2 tablespoon of canned pumpkin in place of the marshmallows and 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice.
    • Espresso - stir in 1-3 teaspoons of espresso powder.

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe, Strawberry Banana Ice Cream, Homemade Dark Chocolate Ice Cream (No Eggs), Banana Split Ice Cream, Monster Cookie Ice Cream or our Birthday Cake Ice Cream recipe.

    Equipment

    This simple recipe requires only a few pieces of standard kitchen equipment to make:

    • Electric hand mixer
    • Whisk
    • 9 x 11 Loaf pan
    • Freezer
    • Ice cream scoop

    Storage

    Store this ice cream in the freezer. For best flavor, eat within 7 days or transfer to an airtight container to store for up to 1 month.

    Tips

    I've got some special tips for you to make sure your hot chocolate ice cream comes out perfectly. Be sure to take note and don't make the same mistakes I have before.

    • For a softer texture, this ice cream is ready to eat in about 4-6 hours. If you prefer a harder ice cream, let it set overnight.
    • Use a whisk to stir in the hot cocoa mix and continue whisking until all the lumps are dissolved.
    • For a richer chocolately flavor, use cocoa powder instead of hot cocoa mix.
    • The marshmallows will float to the top in the freezer. To prevent this from happening, wait to add the marshmallows until the ice cream is partially frozen, about 2-4 hours.
    Hot chocolate ice cream in a cone.

    More Ice Cream Recipes

    Do you like new and interesting ways to eat ice cream and? Here are some recipes you may also like to try

    • Peanut Butter Cup Ice Cream with Snickers Sauce
    • Brownie Ice Cream Cake with Peanut Butter
    • How to Make Ice Cream Pie with Cake

    FAQ

    Do you have questions about making homemade hot chocolate-flavored ice cream? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about it.

    Why is my ice cream grainy?

    Be sure to stir in the hot cocoa mix or cocoa powder fully into the liquid when making this ice cream. Using a whisk will help incorporate it more fully into the milk, removing any lumps and the grainy texture.

    What's the best way to scoop the ice cream when it's fully frozen?

    No churn ice cream may harden up and be difficult to scoop. If this is the case, let the ice cream sit on the counter at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping. You can also place hot water in a mug and dip your ice scoop into the water to make it easier to scoop into the ice cream.

    Why does my ice cream have an icy texture rather than creamy?

    Ice cream takes on an icy texture when it doesn't have the right fat content. If you swap out the whipping cream for half and half or the whole milk for lower fat milk, the ice cream may take on an icier texture.

    Hot Chocolate Ice Cream

    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Hot chocolate ice cream in a ice cream cone.

    Hot Chocolate Ice Cream

    Karin and Ken
    An easy no churn ice cream recipe made with 5 simple ingredients is perfect for any level cook. Hot chocolate ice cream is full of creamy decadent, chocolate flavor and fluffy marshmallows for a frozen hot chocolate treat everyone will love.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Set Time 4 hours hrs
    Total Time 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 350 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup whole milk
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1 ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 cup marshmallows
    • ¼ cup hot cocoa mix or ¼ cup cocoa powder for a slightly richer chocolatey flavor if desired
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    Instructions
     

    • Get out and measure your ingredients.
      Ingredients to make hot chocolate ice cream recipe.
    • In a medium sized bowl, use an electric mixer to whisk the milk, cream, and condensed milk together until homogenous.
      Mixing the milk to make no churn ice cream in a bowl.
    • Once well combined, add the marshmallows and cocoa powder and whisk again until well combined.
      Adding the cocoa powder and marshmallows to the bowl of milk.
    • If you would like to better prevent the marshmallows from floating to the top, you can freeze the ice cream for about two hours before mixing in the marshmallows.
    • Pour the mixture into a 9x11 loaf pan and place in the freezer to set for 4-6 hours if not overnight.
      Ice cream mixture is in a loaf pan ready to freeze.
    • Use an ice cream scoop to serve.
      Using an ice cream scoop to serve up hot chocolate ice cream.
    • Decide how you wish to serve your hot chocolate ice cream.
      Hot chocolate ice cream balls in a loaf pan with scooper.
    • Serve scoops in a bowl.
      Hot chocolate ice cream in a glass sundae dish ready to eat.
    • Or in an ice cream cone.
      Two scoops of hot chocolate flavored ice cream in a sugar cone.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 137mgPotassium: 276mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 640IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 221mgIron: 1mg
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