4 large egg yolks
1/2 c sugar
1/3 c unsweetened cocoa powder
1 2/3 c milk
1 1/3 c heavy cream
Ice Water in a bowl
1/3 c milk chocolate chips
1/3 c white chocolate chips
1 c broken dark chocolate covered pretzels
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, 1/4 c sugar and the salt. Whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, cream and remaining 1/4 c sugar over medium heat and cook, stirring until steaming hot, but not simmering. (about 6 minutes) Add to the egg mixture in a slow stream whisking constantly, then pour into the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the custard thickens and registers 175 on and instant read thermometer, about 8 minutes.
2. Strain the custard into a medium bowl set in an ice water bath. Let cool, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
3. Using an ice cream machine, process the custard according to the manufacturer's instructions. Fold in the chocolate chips and pretzels, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm, about 4 hours.
Makes 1 1/2 quarts
