Quick Chocolate Sauce

Indulge your sweet tooth with this Quick Chocolate Sauce, a rich and velvety topping ready in just 10 minutes! Made with simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a hint of vanilla, this foolproof recipe delivers a luscious sauce perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or baked goods. The smooth, glossy texture is achieved by whisking the ingredients over gentle heat, while a pinch of salt enhances the deep chocolate flavor. Whether you need an effortless dessert upgrade or a decadent dip for fresh fruit, this easy chocolate sauce is the ultimate go-to recipe. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, making it a versatile treat to have on hand!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
4 tablespoons granulated sugar
0.5 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder and granulated sugar until well combined and free of lumps.

Step 2

Add the milk to the saucepan and place it over medium heat.

Step 3

Whisk continuously as the mixture heats up to ensure a smooth consistency and prevent burning. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Once the sauce begins to thicken, add the butter and whisk until it melts and incorporates fully.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.

Step 6

Let the chocolate sauce cool slightly before serving. It will thicken further as it cools.

Step 7

Serve warm over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or any dessert of your choice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(208.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	409.8

Total Fat 17.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 43.9mg	0%
Sodium 260.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 56.5g
Protein 8.5g	0%

Vitamin D 55.9IU	0%
Calcium 181.4mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 521.9mg	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: 33.1%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 59.6%