Orange Chocolate Ice Cream Sauce
Elevate your dessert game with this rich and indulgent Orange Chocolate Ice Cream Sauce, a silky blend of dark chocolate and zesty orange that perfectly balances decadence and freshness. Made with 70% cocoa dark chocolate, fresh orange juice, and a hint of orange zest, this sauce delivers a vibrant citrus twist that complements its velvety, chocolatey base. A touch of vanilla and a pinch of salt enhance the flavor depth, while the addition of heavy cream and unsalted butter ensures a luscious, glossy texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over scoops of vanilla ice cream, pouring onto cakes, or dipping fresh fruit. Store some in your fridge for up to a week to make any dessert extraordinary.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 120 ml Heavy cream
- 60 ml Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 15 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and set aside in a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, combine the heavy cream, fresh orange juice, orange zest, and granulated sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir gently until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to lightly simmer. Do not let it boil.
Pour the hot cream mixture over the chopped dark chocolate. Let it sit undisturbed for 1 minute to allow the chocolate to begin melting.
Using a whisk or a silicone spatula, gently stir the mixture in small circles until the chocolate is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy.
Add the unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the butter is fully incorporated and the sauce is silky.
Taste the sauce and adjust with a touch more orange zest or sugar, if desired.
Serve warm drizzled over your favorite dessert, or allow it to cool slightly, transfer to a jar, and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1539 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.1 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.3 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 212 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.9 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 1201 mg | 26% | |
*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.
