Dark chocolate and blood orange ice cream is an irresistible combination of rich and tangy flavors. The intense dark chocolate pairs perfectly with the delicate acidity of blood orange for an ice cream that's both indulgent and refreshing. Here's how to make it with your Ninja Creami!
What you need:
- 200 ml of blood orange juice
- 150g of dark chocolate (at least 80% cocoa)
- 100 ml of water
- 60 g of sugar
- The zest and juice of 2 organic blood oranges
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Preparation :
- Melt the chocolate : In a small saucepan, heat the milk and cream over low heat. Add the chopped dark chocolate and stir gently until completely melted, creating a smooth and creamy chocolate base.
- Add the sugar and blood orange : Off the heat, add the sugar and stir well until dissolved. Finely grate the zest of the blood oranges into the saucepan, then squeeze the oranges to obtain about 80 ml of juice. Add the juice to the mixture and stir well to combine the flavors.
- Add the vanilla : Next, add the vanilla extract to soften the bitterness of the chocolate and enhance the flavors. Mix everything well.
- Allow to cool : Transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least an hour so that it is very cold before freezing.
- Freezing : Pour the mixture into the Ninja Creami container and place it in the freezer for 24 hours. This will allow the ice cream to set perfectly.
- Ice cream transformation : The next day, place the tub in the Ninja Creami and select the "Ice Cream" mode. If the texture seems too firm, you can add a teaspoon of milk and run another Respin cycle to obtain a creamier consistency.
- Tasting : Your dark chocolate and blood orange ice cream is ready to be enjoyed! Each bite is an explosion of flavor: the intensity of dark chocolate, balanced by the freshness and acidity of blood orange. For the finishing touch, you can add some blood orange zest on top or even pieces of candied orange peel for extra texture.
This ice cream perfectly combines indulgence and freshness, ideal for an original winter dessert. Enjoy! 🍊🍫
