Chocolate ice cream is a popular dessert to have at home, beloved for its rich, velvety texture and indulgent cocoa flavor.

The ice cream was very good, with vanilla-bean and dairy flavors. The frozen dessert? Just OK, with a generic vanilla flavor and gummy texture. It also left a slick coating in the mouth.

You don't need a fancy machine to make creamy vegan ice cream at home. Simply blend your ingredients until smooth, then ...