Orange Chocolate Sauce
Indulge your taste buds with the luxurious fusion of citrus and chocolate in this irresistible Orange Chocolate Sauce. Made with rich dark chocolate, velvety heavy cream, and a burst of fresh orange juice and zest, this decadent sauce strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. A hint of butter lends a silky texture, while a touch of sugar and pinch of salt enhance its depth of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dessert topping is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, dipping fresh fruit, or elevating your favorite cakes and pastries. Its vibrant orange undertones make it a standout treat, whether served warm or chilled. Store it easily for later use, and enjoy its indulgence anytime a chocolate craving strikes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 15 g unsalted butter
- 60 ml fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 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, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir gently until the mixture begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Once the mixture is hot and the sugar has dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat and pour it over the chopped chocolate.
Let the chocolate sit undisturbed in the cream mixture for about 2 minutes to melt.
Using a spatula or whisk, gently stir the mixture until smooth and glossy.
Add the unsalted butter to the sauce and stir until it is fully incorporated.
Taste the sauce and adjust the orange flavor by adding more orange zest, if desired.
Serve warm immediately, or allow to cool slightly before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
To reheat, warm gently in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave in short intervals until pourable.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.1 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.3 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 211 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 1196 mg | 25% | |
*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.
