Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Slowly add the water and stir until the mixture is smooth.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and let it boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a large bowl, combine the heavy cream and whole milk. Slowly pour in the chocolate syrup and whisk until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and process according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Serve the ice cream immediately or transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 weeks.
Interesting Facts
- Chocolate syrup has been used in ice cream for over 100 years.
- Chocolate syrup is a popular topping for ice cream sundaes.
- Chocolate syrup can be used to make other delicious desserts like chocolate mousse or brownies.