Ridiculously Simple Chocolate Sauce

Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Ridiculously Simple Chocolate Sauce—your perfect go-to recipe for satisfying dessert cravings with minimal effort. Made with just six pantry-friendly ingredients, including unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a splash of milk or your favorite milk alternative, this quick chocolate sauce comes together in only 5 minutes of cooking time. Optional additions like unsalted butter and vanilla extract elevate its smooth texture and deep flavor, while a pinch of salt rounds out the sweetness beautifully. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, or fresh fruit, or even swirling into hot beverages, this homemade chocolate sauce is as versatile as it is easy. With just a few steps and a short prep time, it’s a simple recipe that delivers professional-quality results, ensuring every spoonful feels like pure indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:2 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:7 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 cup milk (or any milk alternative)
• 1 teaspoon unsalted butter (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, sift together the cocoa powder and granulated sugar to remove any lumps.

Step 2

Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce begins to thicken and just starts to bubble. This should take about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

Step 5

Let the sauce cool slightly before serving. The sauce will thicken a bit more as it cools.

Step 6

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently before serving if needed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(313.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	391.4

Total Fat 10.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 30.3mg	0%
Sodium 238.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 62.6g
Protein 11.3g	0%

Vitamin D 102.3IU	0%
Calcium 325.7mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 617.7mg	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: 22.7%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 66.9%