Rich Creamy Chocolate Sorbet (Print)

Enjoy a smooth, decadent chocolate dessert with a creamy texture—no dairy or eggs required.

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 1/3 cups water
02 - 1 cup sugar or granulated erythritol or xylitol
03 - 3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
04 - 1/8 tsp salt
05 - 6 oz chocolate chips or finely chopped chocolate (optional)
06 - 1 tbsp vodka or liqueur of choice (optional)
07 - 1/4 tsp instant coffee or pure peppermint or vanilla extract (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Prepare the ice cream machine ahead of time as per the specific brand and model instructions, or follow alternative methods for making sorbet without an ice cream maker.
02 - Combine half of the water with sugar in a medium saucepan. Heat on high and stir frequently until sugar dissolves completely.
03 - Whisk in salt and cocoa powder. Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring continuously.
04 - Once boiling, stir continuously for 30 seconds. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the optional chocolate and alcohol, if using. Stir until the chocolate melts completely.
05 - Stir in the remaining water after the chocolate mixture is well combined.
06 - Chill the mixture in the refrigerator or freezer until cold.
07 - Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream machine and churn according to the manufacturer’s directions.
08 - Eat immediately or freeze for about 30 minutes to achieve a firmer texture.