Dessert Recipe
Vanilla ice cream with chocolate sauce
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Ingredients
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Vanilla Ice Cream
Chocolate Sauce
Method
Vanilla Ice Cream
- 1
Mix the base
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 2
Chill the base
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
- 3
Churn the ice cream
Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 20–25 minutes.
- 4
Freeze the ice cream
Transfer the churned ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 3–4 hours or until firm.
Chocolate Sauce
- 5
Combine dry ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine the cocoa powder and granulated sugar. Stir to mix evenly.
- 6
Add cream and butter
Add the heavy cream and unsalted butter to the saucepan and place over medium heat.
- 7
Cook the sauce
Whisk constantly as the mixture heats up. Bring it to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–5 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.
- 8
Finish and cool
Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
Assembly
- 9
Serve the dessert
Scoop the vanilla ice cream into serving bowls or cones. Drizzle generously with warm chocolate sauce and serve immediately.
