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Homemade Choco Tacos Recipe

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This Homemade Choco Tacos recipe combines crisp waffle taco shells with creamy, layered ice cream and a rich homemade fudge sauce. Topped with a chocolate-peanut coating, these delightful frozen treats are perfect for a fun and indulgent dessert experience that you can customize at home.

Ingredients

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Fudge Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Ice Cream Base

  • 2 cups heavy cream, cold
  • 1 (14oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Waffle Cones

  • 2 egg whites
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Chocolate-Peanut Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped peanuts

Instructions

  1. Make the fudge sauce: In a small saucepan set over medium-low heat, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons heavy cream. Once heated through, add the unsalted butter and continue whisking until the butter melts and the mixture becomes smooth and shiny. Remove from the heat, then stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Set aside to cool.
  2. Prepare the ice cream base: Using a stand or hand mixer, beat the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. In a separate large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract), and salt. Gently fold about one cup of the whipped cream into this mixture to lighten it, then fold in the remaining whipped cream until fully incorporated and smooth without lumps.
  3. Layer and freeze the ice cream: Pour a quarter of the ice cream base into a loaf pan, then drizzle one-third of the prepared fudge sauce over it. Repeat layering two more times, finishing with the remaining ice cream base on top. Freeze for about 3 hours or until fully set and firm.
  4. Make the waffle cones: Beat the egg whites, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add the salt and half of the flour, mixing until smooth. Incorporate the remaining flour and melted butter to form a thick batter. Preheat a waffle cone maker to just above medium heat. Spoon one heaping tablespoon of batter onto the center and close the maker, cooking for about 3 minutes or until golden brown. Using tongs, carefully remove each waffle and cool slightly. While still warm, shape each into a taco shell and hold it for 15 seconds to harden the form.
  5. Assemble ice cream tacos: Slightly soften the frozen ice cream and scoop it into each waffle taco shell, smoothing the surface with a spatula or the back of a spoon. Place the assembled tacos in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes to firm up completely.
  6. Prepare chocolate-peanut topping and finish: Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each, until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the finely chopped peanuts. Dip the tops of the ice cream tacos into this chocolate-peanut mixture, then return the tacos to the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes until the chocolate topping hardens. Store the finished choco tacos in the freezer until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the ice cream is slightly softened before scooping to achieve a smoother assembly.
  • Handle the waffle taco shells gently as they can be delicate and brittle when cooled.
  • You can substitute vanilla bean paste with pure vanilla extract if desired.
  • The chocolate-peanut topping can be customized with other nuts or sprinkles for variety.
  • Store the choco tacos in an airtight container or wrapped individually in the freezer to maintain freshness.

Keywords: choco tacos, homemade ice cream tacos, waffle taco shells, fudge sauce, frozen dessert, chocolate peanut topping

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