Ridiculously Simple Chocolate Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Ridiculously Simple Chocolate Sauce—your perfect go-to recipe for satisfying dessert cravings with minimal effort. Made with just six pantry-friendly ingredients, including unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a splash of milk or your favorite milk alternative, this quick chocolate sauce comes together in only 5 minutes of cooking time. Optional additions like unsalted butter and vanilla extract elevate its smooth texture and deep flavor, while a pinch of salt rounds out the sweetness beautifully. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, or fresh fruit, or even swirling into hot beverages, this homemade chocolate sauce is as versatile as it is easy. With just a few steps and a short prep time, it’s a simple recipe that delivers professional-quality results, ensuring every spoonful feels like pure indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup milk (or any milk alternative)
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, sift together the cocoa powder and granulated sugar to remove any lumps.
Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce begins to thicken and just starts to bubble. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Let the sauce cool slightly before serving. The sauce will thicken a bit more as it cools.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently before serving if needed.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 238 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 618 mg | 13% | |
*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.
