Chocolate Marshmallow Ice Cream

Sep 23, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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

Rich chocolate ice cream swirled with fluffy homemade marshmallow for a creamy, dreamy treat bursting with vanilla and chocolate flavor.

Prep 35 min

Cook 10 min

Cooling 6 hr

Total 6 hr 45 min

Servings 8

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Ingredients

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2.0 cups (480.0 ml)heavy cream
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
¾ cup (150.0 g)granulated sugar
⅛ tsp (0.6 g)fine sea salt
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (50.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
¾ cup (150.0 g)granulated sugar, for marshmallow
⅓ cup (80.0 ml)light corn syrup, for marshmallow
¼ cup (60.0 ml)water, for marshmallow
3.0 large (90.0 g)egg whites, for marshmallow
½ tsp (2.5 ml)vanilla bean paste, for marshmallow
¼ tsp (1.0 g)cream of tartar, for marshmallow

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Instructions

In a medium saucepan, whisk together whole milk, granulated sugar, salt, and cocoa powder until smooth.
Heat mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until sugar dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling, about 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream and pure vanilla extract. Chill the chocolate base in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until cold.
While the base chills, prepare the marshmallow swirl: in a small saucepan, combine granulated sugar, corn syrup, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat without stirring, until the syrup reaches 240°F (115°C) on a candy thermometer.
Meanwhile, in a clean bowl, whip egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
With the mixer running, slowly pour the hot sugar syrup into the egg whites in a steady stream. Continue whipping until the mixture is thick, glossy, and lukewarm, about 5 minutes. Beat in vanilla bean paste.
Transfer the marshmallow to a piping bag or spoon for swirling.
Churn the chilled chocolate ice cream base in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 20-25 minutes.
Transfer half of the churned ice cream to an airtight container. Dollop half of the marshmallow mixture over it and gently swirl with a knife.
Add the remaining ice cream, top with the remaining marshmallow, and swirl again lightly to create ribbons.
Freeze the ice cream in the freezer until firm, at least 4 hours before serving.

Tips

Use a candy thermometer for precise sugar syrup temperature to get perfect marshmallow texture.
Vanilla bean paste in the marshmallow adds extra vanilla depth; substitute with 1 tsp pure vanilla extract if needed.

Recipe FAQ

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

Plan on 35 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, plus 6 hours to chill and freeze. The recipe makes about 1 quart (8 servings).

How should I store chocolate marshmallow ice cream?

Store leftover ice cream tightly covered in the freezer for up to 1 week. Let soften for 10 minutes at room temperature before scooping.

Can I make chocolate marshmallow ice cream ahead?

Prepare the chocolate base and marshmallow swirl ahead; chill base and store marshmallow overnight before churning and assembling.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract (15 ml). 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.

Rich chocolate ice cream swirled with fluffy homemade marshmallow for a creamy, dreamy treat bursting with vanilla and chocolate flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

456 Calories / serving

23.3g Fat

61.9g Carbs

5.1g Protein

50.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~3648 cal · 186g fat · 495g carbs · 41g protein · 400g sugar

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

Per serving · 456 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 62 min·3.1 mi·~6200 steps
Moderate cycling 46 min·9.2 mi
Swimming laps 64 min
Jogging 45 min·3.8 mi·~7200 steps
Stair climbing 42 min·~3800 steps
Dancing 74 min
Bodyweight circuit training 46 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 106 min

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