Zubereitung

1. 1

   Prep your ice cream maker according to the manufacturers directions.In a medium sauce pan, heat the half & half until warm- not hot.In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks until blended.

2. 2

   Add the sugar and about 1/2 of the warm half and half. Stir to combine well and add the mixture back to the saucepan.

3. 3

   Whisking briskly while combining.Cook over medium heat until the mixture coats the back of a silicone spatula (about 10-12 minutes).

4. 4

   Remove from heat and add the chocolate and coffee, stir to melt and combine thoroughly.

5. 5

   Place the pan with the custard in an ice bath to cool, stirring occasionally, until it reaches room temperature.

6. 6

   Add the whipping cream and vanilla

7. 7

   Pour into another container and chill until cold -several hours-or you are ready pour into the ice cream maker.Freeze in the ice cream maker according to the manufacturers directions. Makes about a quart.