Mexican chocolate ice cream is a rich, decadent dessert that combines the flavors of dark chocolate, cinnamon, and a hint of chili pepper. It’s a perfect treat for any occasion, from a casual family gathering to a fancy dinner party.
This ice cream is made with a base of heavy cream, milk, chocolate, sugar, and spices. The chocolate is typically Mexican chocolate, which is a type of dark chocolate that is sweetened with cinnamon and often contains nuts and spices. The chili pepper adds a touch of heat that balances out the sweetness of the chocolate and cinnamon.
Mexican chocolate ice cream can be made with or without an ice cream maker. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can still make this ice cream by freezing the mixture in a shallow container and stirring it every hour or so until it is frozen solid.
Mexican chocolate ice cream is a delicious and unique dessert that is sure to please everyone at your table. The combination of chocolate, cinnamon, and chili pepper is both familiar and exotic, and it will leave you wanting more. So what are you waiting for? Make a batch of this ice cream today and experience the flavors of Mexico for yourself!
Mexican Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 12-ounce tablet Mexican chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the cream, milk, and chocolate over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the cocoa powder, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, sugar, and salt until combined.
- Let the mixture cool completely, then pour it into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- If you don't have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a shallow container and freeze for 2 hours. Then, stir the mixture and return it to the freezer. Repeat this process every hour or so until the ice cream is frozen solid.
- Serve immediately.