Description
Crimson Choco Rhapsody Ice Cream is a decadent homemade dessert combining rich dark chocolate, a vibrant crimson fruit swirl of raspberry or cherry preserves, and a creamy, smooth texture. This delightful fusion treat offers a perfect balance of intense cocoa flavor with the tart sweetness of fruit, enhanced by chunks of dark chocolate for added texture. Ideal for chocolate lovers looking for a refreshing yet indulgent frozen dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Add-ins and Flavoring
- ½ cup dark chocolate chunks or chips
- ½ cup crimson fruit swirl (raspberry or cherry preserves)
- Red food coloring (optional for deeper color)
Instructions
- Prepare Chocolate Base: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Add whole milk and stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and warmed through, making sure it does not boil.
- Add Cream and Flavor: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract thoroughly to create a rich chocolate mixture.
- Chill the Mixture: Transfer the mixture to a container and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or until completely cold. This cooling step is essential for smooth churning later.
- Churn Ice Cream: Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually 20-25 minutes until it reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Add Chocolate Chunks: About five minutes before the churning completes, add the dark chocolate chunks so they incorporate evenly throughout the ice cream.
- Layer and Swirl: Spoon half of the churned ice cream into a freezer-safe container. Add half of the crimson fruit preserves and gently swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect. Repeat with the remaining ice cream and fruit preserves.
- Freeze to Set: Place the container in the freezer and freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute coconut cream for heavy cream, almond milk for whole milk, and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Adjust the choice of fruit swirl to your preference—cherry, raspberry, or pomegranate preserves all complement the chocolate beautifully.
- Red food coloring is optional and can be added to deepen the color of the ice cream for visual impact.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Ice Cream Maker
- Cuisine: Fusion
