German Chocolate Cake Ice Cream
Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic dessert with our German Chocolate Cake Ice Cream. This luxurious ice cream captures the rich flavors of traditional German chocolate cake, complete with velvety homemade frosting, without the need to turn on the oven. Perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or simply treating yourself on a warm day, this creamy concoction is sure to impress both friends and family. Each scoop offers a harmonious blend of chocolatey goodness and sweet textures that will keep you coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Ice Cream Making
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 4 ounces German chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup homemade German chocolate frosting
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine half of the heavy cream and cocoa powder over medium heat until boiling. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 seconds.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped German chocolate until melted and smooth. Add the remaining cream.
- In the same pan, warm whole milk, sugar, and salt until hot (not boiling).
- Beat egg yolks in a small bowl; slowly whisk in warm milk mixture before returning it to the saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat until thickened (about 170F). Strain this into your chocolate mixture; add vanilla.
- Cool in an ice bath and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Freeze in an ice cream maker per manufacturer instructions, then fold in frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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