- Quick and easy preparation with just a few ingredients.
- No ice cream maker required—just a jar and your hands.
- Rich, creamy texture that’s satisfying to scoop.
- Customizable with optional mix-ins to please every palate.
- Perfect for impromptu treats; you can impress guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) hot water
- 3 tablespoons (36 g) unrefined sugar
- 2 tablespoons (16 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup (250 ml) heavy cream
- Chopped hazelnuts (optional)
- Instant coffee (optional)
- Orange zest (optional)
- Cookie pieces (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a jar, combine 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, 3 tablespoons of hot water, 3 tablespoons of unrefined sugar, and 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Add 1 cup of heavy cream to the jar.
- Secure the lid on the jar tightly and shake the jar vigorously for 15-20 seconds until all the ingredients are well mixed and the sugar is dissolved.
- Place the jar in the freezer for 3-4 hours. Check the ice cream after 3 hours to see if it’s set to your liking. It should be firm but still scoopable.
- When ready to serve, you can enjoy creamy homemade chocolate ice cream straight from the jar. If you’d like to add any optional mix-ins, stir them in before freezing.