Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Jul 16, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Dessert Ice cream frozen desserts Vanilla: Beans Medium

Two generous scoops of chocolate chip ice cream in a shallow ceramic bowl, softly melting at the edges

Creamy vanilla bean ice cream studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips for a classic chocolate chip flavor. Made with whole milk, cream, and real vanilla bean for authentic richness.

Prep 20 min

Cook 10 min

Cooling 3 hr

Total 3 hr 30 min

Servings 8

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Ingredients

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2.0 cups (480.0 ml)whole milk
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)heavy cream
¾ cup (150.0 g)granulated sugar
⅛ tsp (0.75 g)fine sea salt
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
¾ cup (135.0 g)semi-sweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with the back of a knife.
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, salt, vanilla bean seeds and pod. Warm the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture reaches 170–175°F (77–79°C). Do not boil.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Cover and refrigerate the custard base until thoroughly chilled, about 2 hours.
Remove the vanilla bean pod, then transfer the chilled custard to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until thickened, about 20–25 minutes.
During the last 5 minutes of churning, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to incorporate evenly.
Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.

Tips

Chill the custard base thoroughly before churning to improve texture and reduce ice crystals.
Use a high-quality vanilla bean and extract for the best vanilla flavor throughout the ice cream.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate chip ice cream?

Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, plus 3 hours to chill and freeze. The recipe makes about 1 quart (8 servings).

How should I store chocolate chip ice cream?

Store ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let soften at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping.

Can I make chocolate chip ice cream ahead?

Prepare the custard base up to 2 days ahead and keep refrigerated before churning.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Creamy vanilla bean ice cream studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips for a classic chocolate chip flavor. Made with whole milk, cream, and real vanilla bean for authentic richness.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

223 Calories / serving

12.7g Fat

24.5g Carbs

2.7g Protein

24.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~1784 cal · 102g fat · 196g carbs · 22g protein · 198g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 223 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 42 min·2.5 mi·~4900 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 30 min·1.5 mi·~3000 steps
Moderate cycling 23 min·4.6 mi
Swimming laps 31 min
Jogging 22 min·1.8 mi·~3500 steps
Stair climbing 21 min·~1900 steps
Dancing 36 min
Bodyweight circuit training 23 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 52 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.