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Homemade Chocolate Sauce Recipe

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This rich and velvety homemade chocolate sauce is the perfect topping for ice cream, cakes, pancakes, or any dessert craving. Made with simple pantry ingredients like granulated sugar, cocoa powder, evaporated milk, and butter, it combines into a smooth, luscious sauce that brings deep chocolate flavor to your treats. Easy to prepare on the stovetop, it can be served warm or stored for later use.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/4 cup salted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar and cocoa powder: In a small saucepan, mix together the granulated sugar and unsweetened cocoa powder thoroughly to remove any lumps.
  2. Whisk in evaporated milk: Slowly whisk in the evaporated milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring there are no clumps.
  3. Add butter and cook: Place the saucepan over medium-high heat, add the salted butter, and stir constantly. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture starts to boil, creating a thick, glossy sauce.
  4. Remove from heat and add vanilla: Take the sauce off the heat and stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor and aroma.
  5. Serve or store: Serve the chocolate sauce immediately warm over desserts, or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. For best results, reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before using again.

Notes

  • Stir constantly during cooking to prevent the sauce from burning or sticking to the pan.
  • Store leftover sauce in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Reheat gently to maintain the sauce’s smooth texture and avoid overheating which can cause separation.
  • Use salted butter as it balances the sweetness, but unsalted butter can be substituted with a pinch of salt added.
  • This sauce can be served warm or at room temperature depending on your preference.

Keywords: homemade chocolate sauce, chocolate topping, dessert sauce, easy chocolate sauce, stovetop chocolate sauce

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