Decadent Homemade Chocolate Sauce Recipe

Today, I'm thrilled to share a recipe that's sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire: Decadent Homemade Chocolate Sauce. This rich, velvety sauce is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, dipping fruits, or adding a touch of indulgence to your favorite desserts.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Dessert, sauce

Cuisine: American

Keyword: copycat, easy recipe, holiday dessert, sauce, summer dessert, Valentine's Dessert

Servings: servings about 2 cups of sauce

Calories: 86kcal

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Kitchen Essentials

Mixing Bowls

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Ingredients

1 Cup Heavy Cream
1/2 Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar
1/4 Cup Unsalted Butter or salted butter and skip adding any salt
1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
A pinch of salt

Instructions

Measure out all the ingredients. This ensures a smooth cooking process.
In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
1 Cup Heavy Cream
While the cream is heating, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a small bowl.
1/2 Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar, A pinch of salt
Once the cream is simmering, reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the dry ingredients until smooth and well combined.
Add the butter to the saucepan and stir until it is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy.
1/4 Cup Unsalted Butter
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
The sauce can be used immediately or allowed to cool slightly before serving.

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