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Homemade Chocolate Sauce

Homemade Chocolate Sauce

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: About 3/4 cup 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A rich, creamy, and velvety homemade chocolate sauce made from simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, fruit, or warm baked goods, this luscious sauce is easy to customize and free from preservatives and artificial ingredients. Ideal for adding indulgence to desserts, snacks, and beverages.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons good-quality unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk (such as almond or oat milk)
  • 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan to prevent lumps and ensure an even chocolate flavor throughout the sauce.
  2. Add Milk and Heat Gently: Pour in the milk or plant-based alternative slowly while stirring constantly over medium-low heat, warming the mixture gently without burning or curdling to create a smooth base.
  3. Stir in Butter and Vanilla: Add butter or coconut oil and vanilla extract once the mixture is warm and smooth; continue stirring until the butter melts completely and the sauce achieves a glossy, luscious texture.
  4. Simmer and Thicken: Let the sauce simmer gently for 1-2 minutes while stirring often until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. It will thicken further as it cools.
  5. Cool and Serve or Store: Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before drizzling over treats or storing in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Use good-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for best flavor and color.
  • Heat the mixture gently over low heat to avoid burning or grainy texture.
  • Keep stirring continuously to prevent lumps and sticking.
  • Adjust sweetness after tasting, as cocoa bitterness can vary.
  • Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • Reheat gently on stove or microwave, stirring frequently to restore smoothness.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Stovetop Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: homemade chocolate sauce, chocolate sauce recipe, easy chocolate sauce, dairy-free chocolate sauce, dessert sauce, chocolate syrup

Find it online: https://tastysoulkitchen.com/homemade-chocolate-sauce/