Better Than Sex Chocolate Sauce
Indulge your senses with this luxurious "Better Than Sex Chocolate Sauce," an irresistible blend of bold flavors and velvety textures that will elevate any dessert. Crafted with rich dark chocolate (70% cocoa), creamy butter, and luscious heavy cream, this decadent sauce is further enhanced with a hint of pure vanilla extract, a sprinkle of sea salt, and—if desired—a touch of espresso powder for depth. Perfect in just 15 minutes, this smooth, glossy chocolate sauce is ideal for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or even fresh fruit, making it a versatile topping that’s bound to steal the spotlight. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to a moment of indulgence, this easy yet gourmet recipe delivers unmatched decadence. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week—just reheat gently for more chocolate bliss! Perfect for desserts, chocolate lovers, and quick DIY treats, this recipe is a must-have in your culinary arsenal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
Instructions
Chop the dark chocolate into small, uniform pieces and set aside in a bowl.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and warm the heavy cream together, stirring gently to combine.
Add the granulated sugar to the saucepan and continue to heat, stirring regularly, until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not let the mixture boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the hot mixture over the chopped dark chocolate. Let sit for 1-2 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.
Whisk the mixture gently until smooth and glossy. If the chocolate isn’t fully melted, place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and whisk until the mixture is smooth, being careful not to overheat.
Stir in the vanilla extract, sea salt, and optionally the espresso powder, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
Allow the chocolate sauce to cool slightly before serving. It will thicken as it cools.
Serve warm over ice cream, cake, or fresh fruit, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently as needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2011 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.2 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.0 g | 485% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 120 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 1452 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
