Mexican Chocolate Ice Cream

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 4 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• Pinch salt
• Pinch cayenne
• Pinch espresso powder (or instant coffee)
• 6 egg yolks, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 Tbsp brandy (optional)