Easy Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream

Ingredients

• 200 grams (7 ounces) dark chocolate
• 100 grams (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
• 3 egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 200 ml (about 3/4 cup) heavy whipping cream
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar to beat the cream
• 100 ml (1/2 cup) milk

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the chocolate, broken into pieces, and the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in short intervals until melted, stirring between each interval to prevent burning. Remove from the microwave and stir with a fork until smooth and creamy.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

3. 3

   Using an electric mixer, beat the sugar and egg yolks on medium speed until obtain a smooth and creamy mixture. Gradually add the milk and melted chocolate, mixing for 2 to 3 minutes until well combined. Add the whipped cream and gently fold it in with a spatula until a smooth and homogeneous mixture.

4. 4

   Pour the mixture into a ice cream container or rectangular dish and freeze for about 6 hours, or overnight, until completely set.