Best 5 Easy Chocolate Sauce Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our exquisite collection of chocolate sauce recipes, ranging from the classic to the unique. Discover the timeless allure of our Easy Chocolate Sauce, a versatile delight perfect for cakes, ice cream, and more. For a luscious twist, try our luscious Salted Caramel Chocolate Sauce, where the harmonious blend of sweet and savory leaves a tantalizing impression. If you seek decadence, our rich and creamy Nutella Chocolate Sauce will satisfy your desires, while our velvety White Chocolate Sauce adds a touch of elegance to any dessert. For a delightful twist, our zesty Orange Chocolate Sauce infuses a burst of citrusy freshness, and our decadent Peanut Butter Chocolate Sauce offers a delightful combination of chocolate and peanut butter. Finally, our luscious Vegan Chocolate Sauce caters to dietary preferences without compromising on taste.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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If you are a regular buyer of store-bought chocolate sauce, and didn't realize how easy it is to make your own at home, then I hope you give this recipe a try. Enjoy!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Dessert Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup white sugar
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ¼ cups milk
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon vanilla extract, or more to taste
1 tiny pinch salt

Steps:

  • Place sugar, flour, and cocoa powder into a bowl. Whisk together to remove lumps.
  • Heat milk, butter, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat until butter melts.
  • Whisk dry ingredients into the milk mixture a little at a time. Increase heat to medium-high until mixture comes to a simmer. Cook, stirring constantly, for 6 minutes. After 6 minutes, turn off heat. Whisk in a pinch of salt.
  • Pour hot over ice cream or store in airtight containers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 49.2 mg, Sugar 16.5 g

QUICK & EASY CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Mom made this chocolate sauce recipe to drizzle on cake, and we like it over ice cream, too. -Janice Miller, Creston, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 ounces (2 cups) semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 2 minutes., Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Warm gently before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

EASY CHOCOLATE SAUCE CAKE



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Bakes it's own chocolate sauce. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. My mom made this for years and I just found the recipe.

Provided by Marich

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons oil
1 cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 3/4 cups hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix all ingredients except the brown sugar and 4 tbsp cocoa and hot water. Spread into a 9x9 pan or equivalent.
  • Mix brown sugar and cocoa and spread over batter.
  • Carefully pour the hot water over all.
  • Bake at 350°F for approximately 40 minutes.

EASY CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER SAUCE



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This is wicked on ice cream, and keeps up to a 7 days tightly covered in the fridge. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, increase the sugar slightly.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 8m

Yield 2 1/2 cups (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup water
2 cups sugar
1 cup sifted unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring 1 cup water to a boil.
  • Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar; cook whisking constantly until the mixture forms bubbles around the edges of the pan.
  • Simmer until sauce thickens slighty, whisking constantly (this should take about 3-4 minutes).
  • Reduce heat to low and whisk in peanut butter; simmer until sauce thickens and is smooth (another 3 minutes longer).
  • Remove from heat and add in vanilla; cool slightly.
  • If not using immediately, cool completely and transfer to a glass bowl, cover and refrigerate.
  • Just rewarm slightly before using.

EASY CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Dress up your favorite ice cream with a simple-to-make chocolaty topping that's sure to bring back sweet memories. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 5m

Yield 2/3 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 2

1-1/3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Place chocolate chips and oil in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave for 30 seconds. Give the mixture a stir, then finish in the microwave for another 30 seconds. Cool slightly and spoon the chocolate mixture over your favorite ice cream, or use for dipping ice cream bars.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips for Making Restaurant-Quality Chocolate Sauce at Home

  • Start with high-quality chocolate. The better the chocolate, the better the sauce. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Use a double boiler to melt the chocolate. This will help to prevent the chocolate from burning. If you don't have a double boiler, you can use a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water.
  • Stir the chocolate constantly while it's melting. This will help to prevent it from sticking to the pan and burning.
  • Add the cream and butter to the melted chocolate in small increments. This will help to prevent the sauce from curdling.
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer over low heat. Don't let it boil, or it will curdle.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust the flavor as needed. You may want to add more sugar, cocoa powder, or vanilla extract.
  • Serve the sauce immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Conclusion

Making chocolate sauce at home is easy and rewarding. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to top desserts, ice cream, or even fruit. Experiment with different flavors and ingredients to find your perfect chocolate sauce recipe.

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