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Thick, rich homemade chocolate sauce perfect for desserts and drizzling.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/8 tsp salt (optional)

Homemade Chocolate Sauce

Description

A rich and decadent chocolate sauce made from melted chocolate and cream, easy to customize with vanilla, caramel, or a hint of spice. Perfect to drizzle over ice cream, cakes, fruit, or use in beverages.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Servings: 12 servings (approx. 1 Tbsp each)
• Course: Dessert
• Cuisine: American / Universal
• Keywords: chocolate sauce, homemade, dessert sauce, drizzle, rich, sweet

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 81 kcal (per tablespoon)
• Total fat: 7 g
• Saturated fat: 4 g
• Cholesterol: 16 mg
• Sodium: 24 mg
• Total carbohydrates: 5 g
• Dietary fiber: 1 g
• Total sugars: 4 g
• Protein: 1 g

Instructions

1. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
2. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, butter, vanilla extract, and salt (if using).
3. Stir until the chocolate chips and butter have melted and the sauce is smooth.
4. Let the sauce cool for a few minutes before using it.
5. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
6. Serve with chocolate ice cream, milkshakes, or desserts of your choice.

FAQs – Table of Contents

1. Difference between store-bought and homemade chocolate sauce?
2. What type of chocolate should I use?
3. Can I substitute milk or dark chocolate?
4. Make chocolate sauce without heavy cream?
5. Can I use margarine instead of butter?
6. How to adjust sweetness or thickness?
7. Can I store at room temperature?
8. Reheat thickened or solidified sauce?
9. How long will sauce last refrigerated?
10. Can I add other flavors?
11. How can I use chocolate sauce?
12. How many tablespoons per serving?
13. Total cook time?
14. What is the nutritional value?

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Difference between store-bought and homemade chocolate sauce?
   Store-bought sauces often contain preservatives and additives, while homemade sauce uses fresh, natural ingredients and can be customized to your taste.
2. What type of chocolate should I use?
   Semi-sweet chocolate is ideal, but you can use milk or dark chocolate based on preference; adjust sugar or cream as needed.
3. Can I substitute milk or dark chocolate?
   Yes; if using sweeter milk chocolate, reduce added sugar. Dark chocolate yields deeper flavor; adjust cream quantity for desired consistency.
4. Is it possible to make chocolate sauce without heavy cream?
   Yes; you can use milk or non-dairy alternatives like coconut or almond milk, but texture and richness may vary; simmer gently to thicken.
5. Can I use margarine instead of butter?
   Yes, though butter adds richer flavor and smoother texture; margarine works in a pinch.
6. How can I adjust sweetness or thickness?
   Adjust the ratio of chocolate to cream: more chocolate for thicker sauce; simmer longer to reduce and thicken; add sweeteners if needed.
7. Can I store the sauce at room temperature?
   No; refrigerate in an airtight container. At room temperature, dairy-based sauce can spoil.
8. Can I reheat thickened or solidified sauce?
   Yes; gently reheat on stove over low heat or in short microwave intervals, stirring frequently until smooth.
9. How long will the sauce last refrigerated?
   Up to one week; always check for spoilage before use.
10. Can I add other flavors?
    Yes; try mint extract, orange zest, cinnamon, chili, or liqueurs for variation.
11. How can I use chocolate sauce?
    Drizzle on ice cream, cakes, brownies, fruit, pancakes; use as a dip or swirl into milkshakes, coffee, or hot chocolate.
12. How many tablespoons per serving?
    Typically 1–2 tablespoons per serving; adjust based on desired richness.
13. How long does it take from start to finish?
    Approximately 10–15 minutes total: 5 minutes prep, 5–10 minutes cooking and melting.
14. What is the nutritional value?
    About 81 kcal, 7g fat, 5g carbs, 1g fiber, 4g sugar, 1g protein per tablespoon (approximate).