Gram's Chocolate Sauce

Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of Gram's Chocolate Sauce, a timeless homemade treat that transforms simple ingredients into a velvety, deeply chocolatey topping. Made with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a dash of vanilla extract, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfectly balanced with a hint of salt, this luscious sauce is ideal for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or even fresh fruit. As it cools, it thickens to a dreamy consistency, making it versatile for desserts of all kinds. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to two weeks, ready to elevate any sweet craving. Discover why Gram's Chocolate Sauce is the ultimate homemade indulgence for chocolate lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

60 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
150 grams Granulated sugar
1 pinch Salt
180 ml Water
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Step 2

Add water to the saucepan and stir until the ingredients form a smooth mixture.

Step 3

Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring constantly to prevent lumps or sticking.

Step 4

Continue cooking and stirring for about 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Allow the chocolate sauce to cool for a few minutes before using. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Step 7

Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container for storage. Refrigerate and use within 2 weeks.

Step 8

To serve, reheat gently in the microwave or over low heat if needed.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(397.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	727.4

Total Fat 8.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 145.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 151.7g
Protein 12.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.6mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 921mg	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: 8.6%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 85.9%