This Chocolate Caramel Ice Cream is loaded with chocolate and caramel flavor. It is the perfect way to beat the summer heat.
This caramel chocolate ice cream recipe is loaded with flavor. The texture is creamy and is made easily with simple ingredients. If you love chocolate ice cream, then you must try adding in the caramel sauce. You might also like Snickers Ice Cream Recipe, Snickerdoodle Ice Cream Recipe and Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream.
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Why This Recipe Works
This ice cream is simple to make, and no fancy ice cream maker is needed. Homemade ice cream is easier than you think with these easy step by step instructions. The results are rich and delicious.
Ingredients
- Heavy Whipping Cream. Make sure it is cold.
- Powdered Sugar. Sift before using if needed to remove lumps.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk. This gives the ice cream its sweetness and it’s so delicious.
- Dutch Process Cocoa Powder. Dutch Process Cocoa has a nuttier flavor.
- Caramel Sauce. You can use store bought or make Homemade Caramel Sauce Recipe.
Get the complete ingredients for the recipe at the bottom of the page.
Recipe Variations
- Chopped Candy โ If you have leftover candy, chop it up and mix it into your ice cream. We recommend mini kit-kats, mini Reeseโs cups, or heath bars.
- Cookies โ If you have cookies chop them up and mix them in to your ice cream. Try Mini Oreo cookies or Mini chocolate chip cookies.
- Fun Sprinkles โ Everyone loves sprinkles in their ice cream. Add some in to create a fun and festive ice cream.
- Chopping Nuts โ Add in some chopped peanuts or sliced almonds to create a nice crunch to your ice cream.
How to Make Chocolate Caramel Ice Cream
Step 1. Mix the Heavy Cream and Powdered Sugar. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar. It will take about five minutes until the cream forms stiff peaks.
Step 2. Next, mix in additional ingredients. Gently fold in the condensed milk, cocoa powder, and half of the caramel sauce. I like to use a large spoon or spatula. Gently fold the mixture until there aren’t any clumps.
Step 3. Spread the ice cream mixture into a loaf pan. Then drizzle the remaining caramel over the top of the ice cream. Freeze for at least 5 hours but I prefer overnight.
Step 4. Scoop and enjoy.
Ice Cream Topping Ideas
- Caramel Drizzle – This ice cream is great topped with an extra drizzle of caramel. You can also drizzle with salted caramel sauce.
- Chocolate Chips – Top the ice cream with chopped chocolate chips or and some shaved chocolate.
- Hot Fudge – Drizzle the top with Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe for added flavor.
- Whipped Cream – I love topping this ice with Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe and cherries for delicious flavor.
- Fresh Fruit – Add fresh fruit to your ice cream. We recommend sliced strawberries or bananas.
Storage
Place inside a container with an freezer safe air tight lid or cover with plastic wrap. This will prevent it from getting freezer burn.
How Long Will Homemade Ice Cream Last?
You can store this ice cream for up to 1 month in the freezer when covered with plastic wrap.
Expert Tips
- Scooping Ice Cream – Depending on the temperature of your freezer, you may need to let your ice cream sit on the counter for a few minutes before scooping it.
- Adding the Salt – The salt helps balance the sweetness from the condensed milk and caramel, so the ice cream isnโt overwhelmingly sweet.
- Ice Cream Bases – We love that this is a basic ice cream base. But you can easily add in chocolate chip or other types of syrup.
- Frozen Bowl โ Use a frozen bowl to mix together ingredients. I like to freeze my bowl for 24 hours prior to using. This will help the mixture to freeze even better.
- Quality Ingredients โ Try to use the best quality ingredients you can find. Since this recipe calls for so few ingredients, it is helpful to use high quality ones.
- Heavy Cream โ Do not substitute regular milk for the heavy whipping cream. It will not result in the same creamy texture.
- Mixing Ingredients โ When combining the chocolate mixture and the whipped cream, do not over mix. Stir until the ingredients are combined.
More No Churn Ice Cream Recipes
- No Churn Lemon Shortbread Ice Cream
- Butterfinger Ice Cream Recipe
- No Churn Cotton Candy Ice Cream
- Peach No Churn Ice Cream
- Pistachio Ice Cream
More Chocolate Caramel Desserts
I’m so excited for you to make this no churn ice cream. Please leave a comment once you do. I promise you will love it!
Chocolate Caramel Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream
- ยผ powdered sugar
- 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup Dutch process cocoa powder
- ยฝ cup caramel sauce
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric hand mixer to whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar for about five minutes until the cream forms stiff peaks.
- Gently fold in the condensed milk, cocoa powder, and half of the caramel sauce using a large spoon or spatula. Gently fold the mixture until no dry clumps of cocoa powder remain and the ingredients are homogenous.
- Pour the ice cream mixture into a 9×5 inch loaf pan and drizzle the remaining caramel over the top of the ice cream. Allow the ice cream to set in the freezer for 5 hours.
- Scoop and enjoy!
