Description
A quick and rich homemade chocolate sauce recipe that combines deep chocolate flavor with creamy texture, perfect for drizzling over desserts or using as a decadent dip. Ready in under 10 minutes with simple pantry ingredients, this versatile sauce pairs wonderfully with ice cream, fruit, pancakes, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup sugar
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (or coconut milk for dairy-free option)
- 2 tablespoons butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a small saucepan, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt until fully blended to prevent lumps and ensure even chocolate flavor.
- Add Milk Slowly: Gradually whisk in the milk while heating over medium-low heat. Stir continuously to avoid scorching and create a smooth base.
- Bring to a Gentle Simmer: Warm the mixture until it just begins to simmer, stirring frequently to activate the cocoa and dissolve the sugar, yielding a silky sauce.
- Incorporate Butter and Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until the butter melts completely and the sauce becomes glossy and rich.
- Cool Slightly Before Serving: Let the sauce cool for a couple of minutes to thicken slightly, perfect for drizzling or dipping.
Notes
- Use good quality cocoa powder to boost flavor and color intensity.
- Stir continuously during cooking to prevent scorching and ensure smooth sauce.
- Adjust thickness by adding more milk to thin or cooking a bit longer to thicken.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks; stir well before reheating.
- Reheat gently using low heat or a warm water bath to maintain smooth consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Universal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: chocolate sauce, homemade chocolate sauce, dessert sauce, easy chocolate topping, chocolate dip