There’s nothing quite like a scoop of creamy homemade chocolate chip ice cream on a hot summer day. And the best part? It’s surprisingly easy to make at home! With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you can have a delicious frozen treat that will rival any store-bought variety.

To start, you’ll need:

– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup whole milk
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream, milk, and sugar over medium heat, stirring frequently. Once the mixture comes to a simmer, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool completely before transferring it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

Once the mixture is fully chilled, pour it into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. In the last few minutes of churning, add in the chocolate chips and allow them to mix throughout the ice cream.

Transfer the mixture to a container and freeze for at least 3 hours, or until firm. And just like that, you have a delicious batch of homemade chocolate chip ice cream ready to enjoy!

The beauty of making your own ice cream is that you can customize it to suit your taste preferences. If you prefer a richer flavor, you can use a higher fat content cream. Or if you like your ice cream extra chocolately, feel free to add more chocolate chips.

So next time you’re craving a sweet treat, skip the store-bought pint and opt for this easy and creamy homemade chocolate chip ice cream instead. It’s sure to be a hit with friends and family alike!