Homemade Magic Shell Ice Cream Topping

Transform your ice cream into a dessert masterpiece with this quick and easy Homemade Magic Shell Ice Cream Topping! Made with just two simple ingredients—semi-sweet chocolate chips and velvety coconut oil—this recipe creates a luscious, pourable sauce that magically hardens into a crisp, chocolatey shell when it hits cold ice cream. Whether you melt the ingredients in the microwave or use a double boiler, you’ll have a rich, glossy topping ready in under 10 minutes. Perfect for sprucing up sundaes or adding a professional touch to your favorite frozen treats, this DIY magic shell is a game-changer. Plus, it’s easy to store and reheat for endless dessert possibilities.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

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Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:7 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons Coconut oil (refined or unrefined)

Directions

Step 1

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil.

Step 2

Microwave the mixture in 20-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. This should take approximately 1 to 2 minutes total.

Step 3

Alternatively, melt the mixture on the stovetop using a double boiler: place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Stir constantly until melted and smooth.

Step 4

Once melted, let the mixture cool for about 2-3 minutes but do not let it harden.

Step 5

Pour the magic shell topping over a scoop of ice cream or your favorite frozen dessert. Watch as it hardens almost instantly to form a crunchy shell.

Step 6

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature. Reheat gently before using if it solidifies.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(198g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1035.3

Total Fat 73.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 90.7g
Protein 11.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 0mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 0mg	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: 57.0%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 39.1%