Creamy Chocolate Ice Cream Bars (Homemade) Recipe
Indulge in these rich and velvety homemade chocolate ice cream bars. Made with heavy cream, cocoa powder, and chocolate chips, they offer a perfect balance of creamy texture and intense chocolate flavor with an optional nutty crunch.
- Author: info.mealsmell
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Churn / Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt until smooth and the sugar is fully dissolved (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in the vanilla extract and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Add chopped nuts if desired for extra texture.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish or silicone mold, spreading evenly with a spatula.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and freeze for 4-6 hours, or ideally overnight, until firm.
- Remove from the freezer and let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the mixture into bars. Serve immediately or wrap individually in parchment paper for storage.
Notes
- Ensure there are no lumps in the cocoa powder before freezing for the smoothest texture.
- If using a metal baking dish, lining it with parchment paper can make removing the bars easier.
- Store in an airtight container in the freezer to prevent ice crystals from forming.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Creamy Chocolate Ice Cream Bars, Homemade Ice Cream, Chocolate Dessert, Frozen Treats