Deep Dutch Chocolate

Directions

1. 1Whisk the cocoa powder and sugar together, then slowly add the milk so no lumps remain.
2. 2Warm the mixture gently and stir in the melted chocolate until smooth and glossy.
3. 3Off the heat, whisk in the heavy cream and vanilla, then cool the base completely.
4. 4Pour into a Creami pint below the max line, seal, and freeze flat for 24 hours.
5. 5Spin on the ICE CREAM preset, adding a splash of milk and a Re-spin if it looks crumbly.
6. 6Serve soft or return to the freezer to set firmer.

Tips

• Freeze the pint completely flat and level for 16-24 hours so it spins evenly; a tilted pint can create uneven texture when you run the Creami program.
• If your result comes out crumbly or powdery after spinning, add just a tablespoon of cold milk or cream and re-spin on the same program to get that creamy texture back.
• Use good quality unsweetened cocoa powder and melted semisweet chocolate, not chocolate chips; they dissolve smoothly into the base and prevent grittiness when you freeze and spin.

Variations

• Swap half the heavy cream for sour cream for a deeper, tangier chocolate flavor that still spins smoothly.
• Stir in 2 tablespoons of instant espresso powder before freezing to boost the chocolate depth without making it taste like coffee.

FAQ

Can I use skim milk or 2% instead of whole milk?

Yes, but the result will be less creamy after spinning because whole milk has more fat to create that smooth texture. You can add an extra tablespoon or two of heavy cream to compensate.

My pint didn't freeze solid after 24 hours. What happened?

Your freezer may be too warm, or the pint wasn't placed level on a flat shelf. Make sure your freezer is at 0°F or below, place the pint flat with nothing tilted, and allow a full 24 hours in those conditions.

Can I make this with less sugar to reduce calories?

You can reduce the sugar by up to 2 tablespoons, but less sugar makes it harder for the pint to freeze solid and easier to get a crumbly texture when you spin it. If you try it, freeze an extra 2-3 hours and add a splash of milk before re-spinning if needed.

How long can I keep the frozen pint in my freezer?

Keep it frozen for up to 2 weeks for best texture and flavor. After that, ice crystals start to form and it may scoop or spin unevenly.

Nutrition

Per serving · makes about 2 servings · estimated