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    Home » Recipes » Ice Cream

    Best chocolate ice cream recipe without machine (no eggs)

    Published: Jun 9, 2019 · Modified: Jun 4, 2023 by Makos

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    This recipe for the best homemade chocolate ice cream with no eggs and without ice cream maker gives you the chocolatiest, creamy ice cream!

    This is not an ice cream with mild chocolate taste. On the contrary, it is thick, velvety smooth, with creamy texture and intense, deep chocolate flavor.

    3 scoops of no-churn chocolate ice cream in a bowl.
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    This chocolate ice cream is a summer dessert exclusively for the true chocolate lovers and one of my favorite ice cream recipes.

    The best thing about this recipe is that it's made without an ice cream machine and it's also egg-free, so it's perfect for those who have an egg allergy.

    To make this homemade chocolate ice cream recipe you will need both dark chocolate and Dutch-processed cocoa powder. This combination results in a true, double chocolate flavor which will remind you of an old-fashioned chocolate ice cream.

    The addition of dark chocolate also makes it smoother and very creamy, with zero ice crystals which is always a good thing!

    Ingredients

    For this no-churn homemade ice cream recipe you'll need some simple basic ingredients:

    • Dutch-processed unsweetened cocoa powder
    • Cornstarch
    • Milk
    • Heavy cream, 35 fat (also known as heavy whipping cream)
    • Dark chocolate (at least 55% cocoa)
    • Sweetened condensed milk

    Some extra ingredients which are optional but make it even better because they enhance the chocolate flavor are:

    • Instant espresso powder (or instant coffee)
    • Freshly ground black pepper
    • Vanilla extract
    • Whiskey
    • A pinch of salt
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    Instructions

    Follow this simple step by step guide to make the best homemade chocolate ice cream:

    Step 1. Make the ice cream base: Mix the cocoa powder, the cornstarch, the milk and the cream in a pot and cook until the mixture starts to boil.

    Step 2. Add the dark chocolate and mix until it melts, then add the sweetened condensed milk and stir to combine.

    Step 3. Chill: Pour the mixture to a large mixing bowl and refrigerate until completely cooled.

    Step 4. Whip the cream: Using a hand mixer (or a stand mixer with the whisk attachment) beat the mixture until soft peaks form (it should become fluffy and lighter in color).

    Step 5. Freeze: Transfer to a freezer safe container or a loaf pan wrapped with plastic wrap and store in the freezer for at least 6 hours or overnight.

    No-churn chocolate ice cream served in a bowl.

    Variations - Substitutions

    You can substitute the sweetened condensed milk with caramelized sweetened condensed milk. This will give subtle caramel notes to the ice cream.

    For a Mexican hot chocolate ice cream add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and ¼ teaspoon chili to the cocoa powder.

    For a dark chocolate ice cream: Replace the cocoa powder with black cocoa powder for an even deeper cocoa flavor.

    For a Rocky Road Ice Cream: Add 1 cup mini marshmallows or chopped marshmallows, ½ cup chopped toasted almonds (or other nuts) and ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate bar.

    For a vegan ice cream: Replace the 1 cup of milk and the 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 cups of coconut cream with at least 20% fat. Replace the sweetened condensed milk with sweetened condensed coconut milk, and make sure you use a vegan dark chocolate.

    Storage

    This ice cream will last in the freezer for at least 1 month. To keep any odors away, make sure that it is stored inside an airtight container or a loaf pan that is tightly wrapped with plastic wrap.

    The first day or the first few days ( this will depend whether you add alcohol or not) it will have a soft serve consistency, but it may start to harden after a few days. If that happens, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.

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    Serving suggestions and pairings

    Though you can definitely enjoy this frozen summer dessert plain, here are some pairing ideas

    • With a glass of freddo espresso coffee
    • With pistachio cookies
    • With a generous drizzle of salted dark chocolate olive oil magic shell
    • Warm olive oil brownies are also great
    • Some granola and fresh berries

    Inspiration

    Two things inspired me to make this recipe. The first was a photo of a dark and thick scoop I saw on Cafe Fernando. He calls it the best and creamiest chocolate ice cream you'll ever have and for good reason! It is so velvety and deliciously fudgy, it's like frozen ganache.

    The second thing was an amazing dark chocolate and whiskey gelato I had during a trip in Rome.

    With these two things in mind, the most important change I made to the original recipe (other than a few tweaks in the ingredients) was to whip the mixture before freezing it. Whipping incorporates air into the ice cream mixture and makes it more fluffy and less dense, something that further improves the texture.

    I also added ¼ cup of whiskey simply because dark chocolate loves whiskey. You can confirm this by trying this whiskey flavored vegan almond milk and chocolate mousse.

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    Best chocolate ice cream recipe without machine (no eggs)

    Makos
    This recipe for the best homemade chocolate ice cream with no eggs and without ice cream maker gives you the chocolatiest, creamy ice cream!
    4.50 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 12 minutes mins
    cooling/freezing time 9 hours hrs
    Total Time 9 hours hrs 32 minutes mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American, Global, Italian
    Servings 20 scoops
    Calories 173 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • ⅓ cups (38 grams) cocoa (Dutch processed)
    • 1 tablespoon (5 grams) cornstarch
    • 1 cup (250 grams) heavy cream, (35% fat)
    • 1 cup (250 grams) whole milk
    • 8.8 oz (250 grams) finely chopped dark chocolate (about 55% cocoa)
    • 1 can (400 grams) sweetened condensed milk
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)
    • ¼ cups (60 grams) whiskey (or Kahlua, or brandy) (optional)
    • ½ teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly grated black pepper (optional)
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    Instructions
     

    • Make the ice cream base: Transfer the cocoa powder, the black pepper, the espresso powder (if using), and the cornstarch to a small pot or saucepan and whisk to combine.
      Add the the heavy cream and the milk gradually, whisking constantly, until the mixture is homogenized. Transfer the pot over the stove and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it starts to boil. Then, add the vanilla and the whiskey and cook for 1 more minute.
    • Take the pot off the heat and add the chopped dark chocolate. Let it rest for 1 minute and stir gently until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk and stir to combine.
    • Chill: Pour the mixture to a large mixing bowl and refrigerate until completely cooled (at least3-4 hours. Letting it rest in the fridge overnight will slightly improve the flavor).
    • Whip: Whip the mixture using a hand mixer (or a stand mixer with the whisk attachment) until soft peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. It should become fluffy and lighter in color.
    • Freeze: Transfer to a freezer safe container or a loaf pan wrapped with plastic wrap and store in the freezer for at least 6 hours or overnight.

    Notes

    If you want the alcohol from the whiskey to evaporate, add it to the pot from the start (the same time as the milk). You can also omit it completely.
    If the ice cream hardens after a few days, let it rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.
    For a vegan chocolate ice cream: Replace the 1 cup of milk and the 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 cups of coconut cream with at least 20% fat. Replace the sweetened condensed milk with sweetened condensed coconut milk, and make sure you use a vegan dark chocolate.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 173kcal
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    FAQ

    What is the best chocolate to make ice cream?

    The best chocolate to make ice cream is a dark chocolate with 55% cocoa solids or higher. Couverture chocolate is also great for baking and dessert recipes.
    Adding a chocolate high in cocoa solids will not make the ice cream bitter, but it will give it the necessary deep chocolate flavor it should have. If you use milk chocolate the flavor will not be as strong. In any case, any dark chocolate with over 55% cocoa solids will do.

    Why is chocolate ice cream harder?

    Chocolate ice cream needs to have cocoa powder for a strong chocolate flavor. However, the extra cocoa solids absorb moisture and fat and can make the ice cream freeze harder than other flavors.
    Following a tested recipe with the right balance of liquid, fat, sugar and cocoa will help you make a creamy chocolate ice cream that is not so hard. Adding a few tablespoons of alcohol such as whiskey, brandy or vodka will also help to keep it softer.

    Is homemade ice cream better with or without eggs?

    Using eggs in a custard-based homemade ice cream will result in a better tasting dessert, with more complexity and stronger flavor. This is especially true for vanilla flavored ice cream.
    On the other side, because chocolate is a strong flavor you don't need eggs to make the best homemade chocolate ice cream. Adding an adequate amount of cocoa powder and melted dark chocolate, plus some extra flavorings, you can achieve a creamy, intense and deep chocolate taste.

    Why does chocolate ice cream not taste like chocolate?

    If your chocolate ice cream doesn't taste like chocolate it can be due to several things. The most common reasons are the following:
    The amount of cocoa powder wasn't enough.
    You didn't use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
    You didn't add melted dark chocolate to ice cream mixture.

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    1. Gina

      June 09, 2019 at 9:42 pm

      Do making this ?!

      Reply
      • Makos

        June 09, 2019 at 6:43 pm

        Yay! Hope you enjoy it Gina ?

        Reply
    2. Santosh Kumar

      June 17, 2019 at 9:29 am

      5 stars
      Fantastic recipe Makos…am also read your posts but this is one of my favorite recipes till now…and am also vegetarian so this perfect for mine…i can’t wait make this..Thanks for sharing…keep shared your new amazing recipes…!

      Reply
      • Makos

        June 18, 2019 at 6:49 pm

        Thank you very much Santosh!

        Reply
    3. Akhila@Pepper Delight

      June 21, 2019 at 8:50 pm

      5 stars
      Love this easy and delish recipe, So YUM!!!!
      Pinned 🙂

      Reply
      • Makos

        June 22, 2019 at 7:32 pm

        Thank you Akhila!

        Reply
    4. Macy Brown From MakeTheBread

      June 22, 2019 at 7:16 am

      5 stars
      This looks an amazing Makos...i love it easy to make and soo delicious recipe till now. i will trying to making this from your recipe...Thanks for sharing...!

      Reply
      • Makos

        June 22, 2019 at 7:34 pm

        thank you Macy! Hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    5. Fran @ G'day Souffle'

      June 29, 2019 at 10:43 am

      Looks great! And I can’t believe it doesn’t involve eggs or churning.I must try this!

      Reply
      • Makos

        July 02, 2019 at 3:31 pm

        Thanks Fran! This is certainly a must-try!

        Reply
    6. Toshiko

      August 06, 2020 at 2:25 pm

      3 stars
      I tried this, wouah ! not light at all , on the contrary, a little heavy to eat

      Reply
      • Makos

        August 06, 2020 at 11:30 am

        Hi Toshiko,
        It's maybe possible that it needed some more whipping before freezing. This certainly has an intense chocolate flavor, and though it's not light as feather (traditional ice cream isn't very light like some commercial brands) it always comes out very creamy 🙂

        Reply
    7. Chhavi

      August 30, 2020 at 9:10 pm

      4 stars
      Hi, tried ur recipe it tasted awesome but didn’t freeze like an ice cream was like a mousse consistency. Cud t figure out what went wrong.
      Thanks

      Reply
      • Makos

        August 30, 2020 at 6:23 pm

        Hi Chavi,
        Thanks for trying this recipe! If you weighed the ingredients correctly, then I would have to guess that either the base wasn't cooked for too long (so that the cornstarch and the cocoa have the chance to thicken the mixture) or you didn't whip the finished ice cream enough before freezing it... Also, sometimes if the freezer is not very strong, the ice cream needs more time to thicken. You can let it in the freezer and try it the next day. Hope this helps 🙂

        Reply
    8. Alex

      March 29, 2021 at 2:23 pm

      Excellent ice cream!!!! I swapped the whiskey for grated ginger and it tastes amazing. Thank you for this recipe

      Reply
    9. Subham

      August 24, 2021 at 7:26 pm

      5 stars
      I like Chocolate, read your recipe and printed it. just waiting for making this, please share more recipes like this. Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Makos

        August 24, 2021 at 4:33 pm

        Thank you Subham! Good luck with the ice cream 🙂

        Reply

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