How to make mocha ice cream at home?

To make mocha ice cream at home without a machine, use a no-churn method. Whip cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and vanilla extract to create a mocha base. Fold the whipped cream into the mocha base, then add crushed cookies. Freeze the mixture in a loaf pan for at least 6 hours. You’ll get smooth, creamy, homemade No-Churn Mocha Chocolate Cookies Ice Cream with bold flavor and texture—no special equipment needed.

What is it called when you put ice cream on a cookie?

It’s commonly called an ice cream sandwich. These treats feature a scoop or layer of ice cream placed between two cookies. With this recipe, you can scoop your No-Churn Mocha Chocolate Cookies Ice Cream between two chocolate chip or brownie cookies for an unforgettable homemade ice cream sandwich.

What ice cream goes with chocolate chip cookies?

Classic vanilla pairs beautifully with chocolate chip cookies, but for a bolder, coffeehouse-inspired dessert, try No-Churn Mocha Chocolate Cookies Ice Cream. The mocha flavor enhances the chocolate chips and adds a rich contrast to the cookie’s sweetness, making each bite deeply satisfying.

What flavor is mocha ice cream?

Mocha ice cream combines chocolate and coffee, typically using cocoa powder and espresso or brewed coffee to create its flavor. In this No-Churn Mocha Chocolate Cookies Ice Cream, the espresso deepens the chocolate, and cookie chunks bring additional crunch and sweetness to every scoop.

Is mocha basically hot chocolate?

Not quite. While both drinks contain chocolate, mocha includes coffee, giving it a bolder, more bitter flavor compared to traditional hot chocolate. Mocha is the chocolatey cousin of a latte—coffee-based with a chocolate twist. That balance is exactly what gives this No-Churn Mocha Chocolate Cookies Ice Cream its signature depth.

What’s the unhealthiest ice cream flavor?

Generally, flavors loaded with mix-ins like cookie dough, caramel swirls, and candy bits tend to be higher in sugar and saturated fat. While No-Churn Mocha Chocolate Cookies Ice Cream does include indulgent ingredients, making it at home allows you to control portions, mix-ins, and sweetness—offering a more balanced option than some store-bought brands.

No-Churn Mocha Chocolate Cookies Ice Cream

Description

Creamy, bold, and loaded with texture, this No-Churn Mocha Chocolate Cookies Ice Cream combines rich espresso, velvety chocolate, and chunks of real cookies—all without an ice cream maker. It’s a simple, freezer-friendly dessert that delivers coffee shop flavor with a playful twist.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1½ teaspoons instant espresso powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups chocolate cookies (crushed, divided)
Optional: 2 oz dark chocolate (melted and cooled), pinch of sea salt

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whip cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
In a separate bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and vanilla. Add melted chocolate if using.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the mocha base using a spatula, keeping the mixture light and airy.
Add 1 cup of crushed cookies into the base and fold to combine.
Pour half of the mixture into a loaf pan, layer with additional cookie crumbles, then top with remaining mixture and more cookies.
Cover the loaf pan with foil or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Scoop and serve. Enjoy as-is, or top with fudge, caramel, or whipped cream.

Notes

For stronger coffee flavor, increase espresso to 2 teaspoons.

For added crunch, stir in mini chocolate chips or a peanut butter swirl before freezing.

Store covered in freezer for up to 2 weeks for best texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Freeze Time: 6 hours
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Churn / No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: ~½ cup
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 65mg