Ridiculously Easy Chocolate Ice Cream

With just 10 minutes of work, you can make creamy chocolate ice cream without an ice cream machine.

Seriously. What’s the secret?

• Sweetened condensed milk gives your ice cream a velvety texture.
• Melting the chocolate in your microwave saves time and hassle.
• Folding in whipped cream produces a fluffy “churned” consistency.
• Bittersweet chocolate enhances the texture. Instant coffee (or espresso) powder balances the sweetness of the condensed milk without a coffee taste.
• A pinch of salt and a little vanilla round out the flavors.

This recipe makes one quart. If you plan to store the ice cream for more than a few days, place plastic wrap directly on its surface before freezing.