3-Ingredient Chocolate Ice Cream (No-Machine)

5 from 5 votes

This 3-ingredient chocolate ice cream is rich, creamy, and easy to make—no ice cream maker needed! A perfect homemade frozen treat.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: World

Keyword: ice cream

Servings: yields

Calories: 249kcal

Whip the cream: In a large mixing bowl, pour in the cold heavy cream. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat until stiff peaks form, this creates the ice cream’s light and airy texture.
Add flavor: Add the cocoa powder and sweetened condensed milk. Beat on low speed until fully incorporated and smooth. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream too much.
Freeze: Pour the chocolate mixture into a loaf pan or an airtight freezer-safe container. If desired, sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top.
Set: Cover and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight, until firm.
Serve: Let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before scooping. Enjoy!

Cocoa powder: Use unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa for a deep, rich chocolate flavor. Natural cocoa also works, but gives a lighter color and tangier taste.
Use cold cream: For best whipping results, make sure your heavy cream is very cold. You can even chill the bowl and beaters for extra stability.
Mixing Tip – When adding the sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder, mix on low speed to prevent deflating the whipped cream. Overmixing can lead to a denser, less airy ice cream.
Storage & Freezing – Store the ice cream in an airtight container to prevent ice crystals from forming. The ice cream can be stored for up to 2–3 months.For the best texture, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping.
Mix-ins: Customize your ice cream with chopped chocolate, nuts, crushed cookies, or swirls of peanut butter.
Watch the Video! – For a better understanding of the recipe and step-by-step visuals, I highly recommend watching the video tutorial included in the post.
Check the FAQs – If you have any questions about substitutions, texture, or troubleshooting, be sure to read the FAQs located below the recipe card for additional tips and insights.