Best 8 Hard Chocolate Sauce Dairy Queen Style Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of Hard Chocolate Sauce, a classic treat reminiscent of the iconic Dairy Queen dessert. This rich and luscious sauce is a symphony of chocolatey goodness, perfect for topping off your favorite desserts or savoring as a standalone treat. With its smooth texture and irresistible taste, Hard Chocolate Sauce elevates any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a special celebration.

Dive into a collection of Hard Chocolate Sauce recipes, each offering a unique twist on this timeless classic. From the traditional Dairy Queen-style sauce to variations infused with coffee, spices, and even a touch of caramel, these recipes cater to a wide range of preferences. Whether you're a chocolate purist or enjoy experimenting with different flavor combinations, you'll find a recipe that tantalizes your taste buds and leaves you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

COPYCAT DAIRY QUEEN-STYLE HARD CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Love the chocolate dipped cones at Dairy Queen? Make your own chocolate sauce that hardens on the ice cream with just three simple ingredients.

Time 15m

Yield 1.5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 ounces chocolate chips
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup corn oil

Steps:

  • Combine the chocolate chips and butter in the top of a double boiler over simmering, not boiling, water. Stir constantly until the chocolate is melted and combined with the butter. When melted, stir in the oil. Remove the pan from the heat and carefully remove the top of the double boiler. Let cool to room temperature. Pour over ice cream. The sauce will harden on contact. Store the sauce at room temperature for up to one week. Remix if needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

HARD CHOCOLATE SAUCE - DAIRY QUEEN STYLE



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Make and share this Hard Chocolate Sauce - Dairy Queen Style recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Toadflax

Categories     Dessert

Time 13m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup hard margarine
1/4 cup oil (I use canola)

Steps:

  • Melt all ingredients together till smooth and blended. This can be done over low heat in a saucepan, in the microwave or double boiler.
  • Spoon over ice cream.
  • Leftovers may be refrigerated and re-warmed as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.4, Fat 25.3, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 70.7, Carbohydrate 18.1, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 15.5, Protein 1.3

DAIRY-FREE CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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This fat-free sauce is the essence of chocolate. Add a spoonful to hot rice milk for a dairy-free cocoa treat.

Provided by Cora

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

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup water
½ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix cocoa powder and salt together in a bowl.
  • Bring water and sugar to a boil in a saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Stir in cocoa mixture slowly. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  • Pour sauce into a storage container and leave to cool, uncovered, until thickened. Place container on an ice pack for faster cooling. Cover and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 100.2 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

DARK CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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You don't have to cross chocolate off your dessert menu, thanks to recipes like this one from Deanne Bagley, "It's simple to satisfy you sweet tooth by draping low-fat pound cake or fat-free ice cream with this rich glossy sauce," she writes from Bath, New York. "Use it to make hot chocolate, too...or as a dip for fresh fruit."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup reduced-fat milk
1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cocoa and cornstarch. Stir in milk and coffee until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in vanilla. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Make and share this Chocolate Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ashley U

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 5m

Yield 3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
4 teaspoons cornstarch
3/4 cup skim milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, cocoa and cornstarch.
  • Gradually mix in milk until well blended.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla.
  • Serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 1.2, Sodium 61.2, Carbohydrate 68.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 53.3, Protein 5.2

BEST EVER CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Make and share this Best Ever Chocolate Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lubie

Categories     Sauces

Time 9m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups granulated sugar
4 tablespoons cocoa
4 tablespoons butter
1 (8 ounce) can condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Blend sugar and cocoa.
  • Combine with margarine and milk in a pot on stove.
  • Boil, stirring constantly, for 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add vanilla.
  • This wonderful sauce is even better the next day.
  • Refrigerate and use unsparingly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.2, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 71.7, Carbohydrate 54.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 53.1, Protein 2.4

DIET CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Make and share this Diet Chocolate Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tdaymond

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup skim milk
1 tablespoon strong brewed coffee
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • If you do not have any brewed coffee, dissolve 1 teaspoon of freeze-dried decaffeinated coffee granules in 1 tablespoon of water.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the milk, coffee, and cornstarch and stir until the cornstarch dissolves.
  • Stir in the cocoa and brown sugar and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and is no longer cloudy.
  • Remove from heat; set aside to cool.
  • Use when cool or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.2, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.3, Sodium 11.6, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 6.7, Protein 1.1

CHOCOLATE SHELL ICE-CREAM TOPPING



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Here is a chocolate ice cream topping that has a texture nearly identical to that of the commercial product Magic Shell (which also contains coconut oil), but with a far richer, more fudgy flavor.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, quick, dessert

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup (good for 4 to 6 scoops)

Number Of Ingredients 2

7 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil

Steps:

  • Melt the chocolate in a small metal bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Stir in the coconut oil and heat until dissolved, about 1 minute. Keep the liquid lukewarm until ready to pour over the ice cream. Chocolate will harden into a shell within a few seconds when spooned over ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 198, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 4 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The better the chocolate, the better the sauce will taste. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
  • Use heavy cream: Heavy cream will give the sauce a rich, creamy texture.
  • Don't overcook the sauce: Overcooking the sauce will make it thick and grainy. Cook it just until it has melted and is smooth.
  • Add flavorings: You can add flavorings to the sauce, such as vanilla extract, coffee extract, or peppermint extract.
  • Serve the sauce warm: Serve the sauce warm over ice cream, cake, or fruit.

Conclusion:

This hard chocolate sauce is a delicious and versatile dessert topping. It is easy to make and can be used in a variety of ways. Whether you are serving it over ice cream, cake, or fruit, this sauce is sure to please everyone.

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