Chocolate Blood

Transform your desserts into a spine-chilling masterpiece with this rich and velvety "Chocolate Blood" recipe—a perfect blend of unsweetened cocoa, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla, brought to life with a striking red hue. This indulgent syrup is easy to make in just 15 minutes and adds a dramatic flair to cakes, cupcakes, or even Halloween cocktails. A teaspoon of red gel food coloring gives it an eerily realistic blood-like appearance, making it the ultimate addition to any spooky celebration. Sweetened with sugar and balanced by a pinch of salt, this decadent sauce boasts a perfectly balanced flavor with just the right amount of sweetness. Best of all, it keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, ensuring you’ll have plenty of time to elevate your treats. Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or want to delight guests with a playful twist, this Chocolate Blood recipe is a showstopper!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Water
• 0.25 cups Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoons Red gel food coloring
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 Pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add the water while whisking to create a smooth paste.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring continuously to prevent lumps or burning.

Step 4

Allow the mixture to cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.

Step 5

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Cook for an additional 2 minutes while stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and red gel food coloring, adjusting the amount of coloring to achieve a rich, blood-red hue.

Step 7

Let the chocolate blood cool to room temperature. It will thicken as it cools.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to a serving jar or bottle and refrigerate for up to one week. Stir before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(508.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1259.6

Total Fat 36.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 163.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.9g	0%
Total Sugars 202.9g
Protein 23.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150.7mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 1818.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.7%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 72.1%