Unsweetened Baking Chocolate Substitute
Create a simple yet perfect substitute for unsweetened baking chocolate in just 5 minutes with this quick and versatile recipe. Featuring pantry staples like cocoa powder, melted butter, and a touch of vegetable oil, this DIY solution offers the rich, authentic flavor of chocolate without the hassle of running to the store. Ideal for baking enthusiasts, this substitute mimics the creamy texture and bold taste of traditional baking chocolate, ensuring your cakes, brownies, or sauces turn out deliciously decadent. Whether you're in a pinch or crafting a custom recipe, this 1-ounce equivalent of unsweetened baking chocolate will seamlessly elevate your culinary creations.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
Measure 3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder and add it to a small mixing bowl.
Add 1 tablespoon of melted butter to the bowl with the cocoa powder.
Drizzle in 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to ensure a smooth, chocolate-like consistency.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly with a spoon or small whisk until it forms a smooth paste. Ensure that there are no clumps of cocoa powder.
Use this mixture as a 1-ounce equivalent of unsweetened baking chocolate in your recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.9 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.7 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 231 mg | 5% | |
*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.
