Imagine a dessert so luxurious, so creamy, and so irresistible that it transforms an ordinary moment into a gourmet experience. Our Chocolate Macadamia Nut Ice Cream is not just a recipe—it's a journey of rich, velvety flavors that dance between the buttery crunch of toasted macadamia nuts and the deep, seductive swirls of melted chocolate. Whether you're a dessert enthusiast or a home cook looking to impress, this homemade ice cream promises to elevate your culinary skills and tantalize your taste buds like never before.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup macadamia nuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar completely dissolves and mixture is smooth.
- Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent skin formation.
- While base is cooling, toast chopped macadamia nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
- In a separate bowl, melt chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth and completely melted.
- Stir sweetened condensed milk into the cooled cream mixture, blending thoroughly.
- Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer's instructions, typically 20-25 minutes.
- During the last 5 minutes of churning, gradually add toasted macadamia nuts and drizzle in melted chocolate to create swirls.
- Transfer ice cream to a freezer-safe container, cover surface with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up.
- Before serving, let ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly for easier scooping.
Tips
- Use high-quality ingredients: The secret to exceptional ice cream lies in premium cream, fresh vanilla, and good chocolate.
- Toast nuts carefully: Watch macadamia nuts closely while toasting to prevent burning. They should be golden and fragrant.
- Chill your base thoroughly: For the smoothest texture, refrigerate the cream mixture for 1-2 hours before churning.
- Control chocolate swirls: Add melted chocolate slowly during the last churning minutes for beautiful, distinct swirls.
- Freeze correctly: Cover the ice cream surface with plastic wrap to prevent ice crystals from forming.
- Serve with style: Let the ice cream sit for a few minutes before serving to achieve the perfect scoopable consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 480kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Cholesterol: 100mg
