Have you ever dreamed of ice cream that was so creamy that it melted in your mouth like the fluffiest chocolate mousse? The kind you buy in the store often contains too much air or not enough real chocolate. The solution? Homemade chocolate ice cream, where one secret ingredient gives it an incredibly silky texture and rich flavor. Get ready to discover a chocolate revelation!
How to make the best homemade chocolate ice cream?!
Secret ingredient: Condensed milk!
If you haven't tried making ice cream with condensed milk, now is the time! This thick, sweetened milky wonder liquid acts as a natural softener – preventing ice crystals from forming and giving ice cream that dreamy, almost fluffy texture that will win you over from the first bite.
Why does it work?
- Fewer ice crystals – Ice cream stays smooth and silky.
- Natural sweetness – No more granulated sugar that doesn't dissolve completely.
- Creamy texture – It acts as a stabilizer and improves texture.
And the best part? The preparation is simple and you don't need expensive machines or special techniques.
Extra creamy chocolate ice cream
Ingredients
- 200 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids)
- 1 can (397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 250 ml of sweet cream
- 30 g of cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- a pinch of salt
Directions
- Melt the chocolate: Break the chocolate into pieces and melt it over a water bath or in the microwave. Let it cool slightly.
- Prepare the base: In a large bowl, mix the condensed milk, cocoa powder, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Add the melted chocolate and mix well.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Combine ingredients: Gently fold the cream into the chocolate mixture until fluffy and airy.
- Freeze: Pour the mixture into a container with a lid and place it in the freezer for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- *Serve: Scoop the ice cream and enjoy the silky smooth chocolate treat!
The result? Dreamily creamy chocolate ice cream!
Once you take it out of the freezer, you won't have to wait 15 minutes for it to soften - thanks to the condensed milk, it will be perfectly spreadable and silky smooth the whole time. Taste? Like the best chocolate mousse, only in an icy version!
To top it off, you can also add chocolate chips, roasted hazelnuts or a little rum for the adult version. This ice cream you will never get tired of it!
