Rocky Road Ice Cream

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine milk, heavy cream, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Heat over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture is warm, but do not boil.
2. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
3. Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically 20–25 minutes, until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
4. During the last 5 minutes of churning, fold in mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, and chocolate chunks.
5. Transfer ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
6. Serve scoops in bowls or cones, optionally garnished with extra nuts or chocolate drizzle.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Churn Time: 25 minutes
Freeze Time: 4 hours
Total Time: About 6 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Difficulty: Medium

Variations & Substitutions

• Swap almonds for pecans, hazelnuts, or macadamia nuts for different nutty flavors.
• Use marshmallow fluff instead of mini marshmallows for a gooier texture.
• Add a swirl of chocolate fudge or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
• Substitute dark chocolate chunks for milk chocolate for a richer taste.

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