Cacao Ice Cream
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Craving something sweet but want to keep it healthy? Look no further than this simple cacao ice cream recipe! With just a few simple ingredients like heavy cream, sugar, and cacao powder, you can whip up a batch of creamy and delicious ice cream in minutes. Plus, the best part is that you can customize it to suit your own taste preferences. Add your favorite mix-ins, like diced strawberries or handful of almonds, and adjust the ingredients to make it even more decadent. This rich and flavorful treat is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth while providing plenty of nutrients and nutrition needed for a balanced diet. So if you’re looking for the perfect healthy dessert option, why not give this recipe a try? You won’t be disappointed!
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional mix-ins: chopped cacao nuts, cacao nibs, fresh banana slices, etc.
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, cacao powder and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth and thick.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow container and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until well chilled.
- Once the mixture is chilled, transfer it to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Once the ice cream is frozen and churned, transfer it to a container and stir in your favorite mix-ins, such as chopped cacao nuts, cacao nibs, or slice bananas.
- Cover the container and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until the ice cream is firm and ready to serve.
- Enjoy your delicious and healthy cacao ice cream immediately, or store it in the freezer for later.
Indulge in a truly divine, delicious and nutritious dessert with this chocolaty cacao ice cream! Cacao powder has a rich and chocolatey flavor, so it goes well with the heavy cream and other ingredients in this ice cream. This 1 quart recipe is easily adjustable to your own unique taste. Packed full of antioxidants and good-mood nutrients like magnesium and iron, you can enjoy every creamy spoonful guilt-free. So why not give it try - make the most out of treating yourself with some healthy happiness that's oh so yummy too! I
