This no churn chocolate ice cream is rich, creamy, ultra chocolatey and takes only 4 ingredients to make. The perfect dessert to cool off with this summer!
No churn chocolate ice cream
Now that summer is in full swing, my kids have been playing hard outside. They come inside hot and begging for popsicles or ice cream. I like to keep a big stash of homemade popsicles in the outside freezer and a batch of ice cream inside. I don’t always share the homemade chocolate ice cream, but my kids are always so happy when I do. ;)
This is a no churn recipe, so you won’t need to pull out your ice cream machine, ice or salt for this one. All you need is an electric mixer and mixing bowl…that’s it! It only takes 10 minutes to prep, then just let it freeze until the mixture is set. Seriously so easy.
This recipe is made with a delicious milk base. We drink a lot of milk around our house and during the summer we love to make frozen desserts with chocolate milk. It’s so easy, that even my kids can make it. Win!
Tips + variations
- Chill the bowl and beaters. Stick your bowl and beaters in the freezer about 10 minutes before getting started. You want them COLD so that the stiff peak will form faster when mixing.
- Full fat ingredients. Using full fat milk, heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk makes all the difference. Trust me, it’s worth the indulgent! It helps makes the texture super creamy with a deliciously rich flavor.
- Freezing time. This ice cream takes about 4 to 5 hours to firm up into a scoop-able consistency, so make sure to plan the freezing time into your schedule if you’re hosting an event!
- Soften. Before enjoying, let it soften a bit on the counter before scooping. It also helps to run your ice cream scoop under hot water before using.
- Vanilla version. If you prefer a vanilla flavor, try this easy no churn ice cream with berries. You can even swap out the berries for any type of mix-in you prefer.
- Ice cream maker. If you’re looking for more of a traditional recipe made in an ice cream maker, try my favorite homemade ice cream.
Favorite mix-in’s to add
You can enjoy it plain, or add different mix-in’s. Start with about 1/2 cup of any of the below, then add more if desired. Crushed Oreo’s are our favorite…my kids LOVE them!
- Crushed Oreo’s
- Chocolate chips
- Crushed Reese’s
- Crushed M&M’s
- Edible cookie dough pieces
- Homemade brownie pieces
- Sprinkles
How to store chocolate ice cream
I love pouring the mixture into a bread loaf pan to store. I find it’s the perfect size and makes scooping extra easy! However any 9×9″ pan or 2-quart container will work. Just make sure to cover tightly with plastic wrap if using a loaf pan to avoid any freezer burn. It will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 3 months.
More frozen desserts for summer:
Chocolate Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 1 pint heavy cream , 2 cups
- 1 cup chocolate milk
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Optional mix in's (start with 1/2 cup): crushed OREO's, Reese's, M&M's
Instructions
- In a large chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream on high speed until a peak has formed (about 3-5 minutes). Once a peak forms, slowly add in the chocolate milk with the beaters still running.
- Fold in the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder and any mix in's.
- Pour into a 9x9" pan or 2 quart container. Freeze until set (about 4 to 5 hours). Allow to soften slightly on the counter. Scoop and serve!
Love this recipe! I have made it several times, however I use chocolate syrup to make my chocolate milk and add it to the condensed milk. Great flavor. My question is: Is it natural for all the condensed milk to sink to the bottom of the container? Any suggestions so this doesn’t happen? Thank you!
Due to it’s sugar content, it doesn’t freeze sold like milk would and come sometime separate. I usually just let the ice cream soften slightly and then give it a good stir before serving.