Southern Style Chocolate Gravy

Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of the South with this Southern Style Chocolate Gravy, a decadent twist on classic comfort food. This quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like cocoa powder, sugar, and milk to create a silky-smooth, chocolate-infused "gravy" that's ready in just 15 minutes. Perfectly sweetened and thickened to the ideal consistency, it’s finished with a hint of vanilla and buttery richness. Traditionally served warm over fluffy homemade biscuits, this unique Southern treat is also delicious atop pancakes, waffles, or even ice cream. Whether you’re curating a hearty breakfast or a sweet ending to your day, this dessert-inspired sauce will transport your taste buds straight to a Southern kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

1 cup Granulated sugar
3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
1 pinch Pinch of salt
2 cups Whole milk
2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and salt until well combined.

Step 2

Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly to create a smooth mixture with no lumps.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue whisking as the mixture begins to warm up.

Step 4

Cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a gravy-like consistency. This should take about 7–10 minutes. Be careful not to let the bottom scorch.

Step 5

Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 6

Serve the chocolate gravy warm over freshly baked biscuits, pancakes, or waffles. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(751.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1369.1

Total Fat 42.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 120.6mg	0%
Sodium 330.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 224.4g
Protein 21.0g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 628.3mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1009.3mg	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: 26.2%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 67.9%