double chocolate ice cream

Oh my God, it’s double chocolate ice cream! Oh, right in my kitchen.
Oh my God. Oh my God. What does it mean? Tell me. (Cries) Too much.

What’s so double about double chocolate ice cream?  Why, I used twice the amount of chocolate, of course!  Life has been a bit busy around here and as a result, I’ve ignored my ice cream maker for a good portion of the summer.  When I finally got around to making a batch of ice cream a few days ago, I was looking to make something seriously decadent and rich.  Cue in the double chocolate ice cream.  This ice cream is intense, smooth, and velvety.   You may be tempted, but don’t reduce the fat content, if you do the end result will be grainy and icy.

Double Chocolate Ice Cream
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6 oz chocolate (I used dark chocolate)
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/2 cup sugar
pinch salt
2 cups whole milk
6 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons brandy (optional)

Melt the chocolate in a double boiler.   Alternatively, if you don’t have a double boiler, you can make your own by placing a heat-resistant metal bowl over a saucepan with boiling water.  Once the chocolate has melted, carefully and slowly whisk in a cup of whipping cream, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt. Once the cocoa powder is fully incorporated into the mixture, slowly stir in two cups of milk.  Keep the heat very low.  Be careful to not bring the mixture to a boil and stir often.

In a large bowl, lightly beat 6 egg yolks together.  Slowly add a couple ladlefuls of the hot milk and chocolate mixture to the eggs, stirring constantly.  Pour the egg mixture into the saucepan, stirring constantly.  Continue cooking until the mixture reads 160F on a thermometer.  Remove from heat, stir in the remaining cup of heavy cream, vanilla, and brandy (if using).   Pour the mixture into a large bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least two hours.

Once the mixture has cooled, pour into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions.  Freeze a few hours before serving.

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Tags: dessert, easy, gluten-free, ice cream