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RICH CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Carolyn Pinckney of Wilmington, North Carolina uses just six ingredients to whip up a big batch of this thick chocolate sauce. It's delicious draped over scoops of ice cream. Save the extra sauce for the two recipes that follow.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
3 cups sugar
1 cup baking cocoa
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Ice cream

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan over low heat, melt butter and chocolate. Stir in the sugar and cocoa until smooth. Gradually add cream; mix well. Cook for 10 minutes or until sugar is dissolved, stirring frequently. , Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Serve over ice cream. Store leftover sauce in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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

A RICH CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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This deliciously rich chocolate sauce can be use for any of your cake, puddings , pies,or favorite fruits. From the 1940's.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 oz pkg. cream cheese, softened
1/3 c milk
2 oz unsweetened chocolate (1 oz. each)
2 c sifted powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. Heat cream cheese,milk and chocolate over low heat; stir until smooth. Blend in remaining ingredients. This sauce can be served hot or cold, and can be reheated.

REGAL CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Top ice cream or cheesecake with our Regal Chocolate Sauce recipe! In less than 10 minutes, this chocolate sauce recipe makes a rich, tasty dessert sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 9m

Yield Makes 1 cup or 8 servings, 2 Tbsp. each.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 oz. BAKER'S Unsweetened Chocolate
1/3 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1/4 tsp. vanilla

Steps:

  • Microwave chocolate and water in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1-1/2 min. Stir until chocolate is completely melted.
  • Add sugar; mix well. Microwave 3 min. or until sugar is dissolved, stirring after 2 min.
  • Stir in butter and vanilla until butter is completely melted and mixture is well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 30 mg, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 12 g, Protein 1 g

CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield About 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 pound semisweet chocolate, chopped in chunks

Steps:

  • Heat the cream and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chocolate, stirring, until it's melted and smooth. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.

THE BEST CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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This easy chocolate sauce is thick and rich with a deep, dark chocolate flavor, and only takes five minutes to make.

Provided by Christine Pittman

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup water
¾ cup dark brown sugar
¼ cup corn syrup
1 cup cocoa powder
1 tsp. Instant coffee
¼ tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan stir together water, sugar, and syrup. Cook, stirring occasionally over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Do not boil.
  • Add cocoa powder, coffee, salt, and vanilla; whisk until dissolved and no lumps remain, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat, let stand 10 minutes.
  • Transfer chocolate sauce to glass jars. Refrigerate, covered, up to 14 days.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 Tbsp., Calories 79 calories, Sugar 15.2 g, Sodium 41.2 mg, Fat 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

RICH CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Chocolate     Dairy     Dessert     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Winter     Birthday     Potluck     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • Chop chocolate and transfer to a bowl. In a small saucepan bring cream with sugar just to a simmer, stirring until sugar is dissolved, and pour over chocolate. Stir mixture until chocolate is completely melted. Sauce may be kept, chilled in an airtight container, 1 week. If desired, reheat sauce in a metal bowl, stirring occasionally, over a saucepan of simmering water. Serve sauce hot or at room temperature.

SIMPLE CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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Follow our step-by-step guide to melting chocolate, add cream, sugar and a glug of almond liqueur if you like

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Condiment, Dessert, Dinner

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

50g good-quality dark chocolate (use at least 70% cocoa solids)
25g butter
125ml double cream
1 tbsp caster sugar
1 tbsp Disaronno liqueur (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt the chocolate in a bowl over a pan of barely simmering water until completely smooth (see step-by-step).
  • Heat all of the remaining ingredients in a small saucepan until evenly combined. Remove from the heat and stir through the melted chocolate. Serve warm over chocolate pudding, vanilla ice cream or both!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

CHOCOLATE SAUCE



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A straightforward ganache-chocolate and cream - with a two-to-one ratio of cream to chocolate. Some sugar, in the form of corn syrup, is added, primarily for consistency. The chocolate sauce is only as good as the chocolate you use, so use the best you can.

Categories     Sauce     Milk/Cream     Chocolate     Dairy     Dessert     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 ounces semisweet chocolate, such as Valrhona Equatoriale, finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup light corn syrup

Steps:

  • Place the chocolate in a metal bowl.
  • Combine the cream and corn syrup in a small heavy nonreactive saucepan and bring to a simmer. Pour the liquid over the chocolate and allow it to sit for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the chocolate has melted. Whisk to combine. Allow the sauce to cool slightly, then pour into a bowl or other container. (Stored in the refrigerator, tightly covered, the sauce will keep for up to 2 weeks.)
  • To serve, warm the sauce gently in the top of a double boiler or in the microwave.

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Understanding the Richness of Chocolate Sauce

Chocolate sauce is a versatile ingredient that adds a touch of luxury to any dessert. However, the quality of the chocolate used and the recipe's ratio of ingredients can vary greatly. Some recipes yield lighter, smoother chocolate sauce with a subtle taste of cocoa, while others produce thick, fudgy, and rich chocolate sauces that stand out on their own.
The Importance of the Chocolate Used
The primary factor that determines the richness of any chocolate sauce recipe is the chocolate used. High-quality chocolate generally has a higher percentage of cocoa solids or cacao content that is responsible for the intense chocolate flavor. The higher the percentage of cocoa or cacao content, the deeper and sharper the chocolate notes will be in the sauce. However, some recipes may use a blend of chocolates, including white chocolate or milk chocolate, which imparts a more creamier taste to the sauce. In any case, the quality of the chocolate will always have a significant impact on the richness of the sauce.
The Recipe Method and Ratio
While the incorporation of high-quality chocolate is essential, the recipe method and ratio of the ingredients are equally important in producing a rich chocolate sauce. One method of achieving a rich chocolate sauce is by reducing it over low heat, which results in a more concentrated flavor and thicker consistency. However, this method requires frequent stirring, monitoring, and a lot of patience. Another method is to add more chocolate than other components such as milk or cream, resulting in a thicker and richer sauce. Still, a fine balance of ingredients is crucial to ensure the sauce isn't too thick and clumped or too thin and runny. Often corn syrup or sugar might be added to achieve a smoother texture and richer flavor/mouthfeel.
Pairing the Richness with the Right Dessert
Rich chocolate sauce can be used in various ways, including drizzling over ice creams sundaes, as a topping for cakes, and even as an accompaniment to certain fruits. However, to fully appreciate the richness of a chocolate sauce, pairing it with the right dessert is essential. Dense desserts such as brownies or chocolate cake pair perfectly with thick, fudgy chocolate sauce, adding an extra layer of sweetness and decadence. On the other hand, lighter desserts, including fruit tarts, can benefit from a lighter chocolate sauce that won't overpower the other flavors. Overall, the richness of chocolate sauce comes down to the chocolate used, recipe method and ratio of ingredients, and the dessert it is paired with. Perfecting a rich and velvety chocolate sauce can elevate any dish's sophistication, taking it from ordinary to a luxurious and indulgent treat.
Chocolate sauce is one of the most versatile and beloved dessert toppings we have. When it’s done right, a rich chocolate sauce recipe takes your dessert to the next level. There are a variety of factors that make a chocolate sauce recipe truly exceptional. From the type of chocolate you use to the technique you employ, there are numerous tips and tricks to keep in mind when making a chocolate sauce recipe. In this article, we’ll delve into the tips and tricks that’ll help you make the best chocolate sauce possible. The type of chocolate matters: One of the most important aspects of making a chocolate sauce recipe is choosing the right kind of chocolate. You’ll want to use a high-quality chocolate that’s specifically made for melting. Opt for dark chocolate that is at least 70% cocoa for a rich and decadent chocolate sauce. Steer clear of anything too sweet or milk chocolate, as they won't have the same depth and richness of flavor as dark chocolate. A tip to keep in mind is to choose chocolate that you would enjoy eating as is. Good quality chocolate in a mixture like a chocolate sauce recipe will shine through, and you don't want to sacrifice taste. Temper the chocolate: Tempering chocolate is the process of melting and then cooling it down in a specific way to achieve a smooth, glossy consistency. When making a chocolate sauce recipe, this is an essential step to ensure the sauce is silky smooth and doesn’t have an uneven texture. To temper your chocolate, you’ll need to chop it into small pieces. Once your chocolate is chopped, place it in a heatproof bowl and slowly melt it either on the stovetop or in the microwave. You’ll want to be careful to not overheat the chocolate, as this can lead to it separating and developing a grainy texture. Stir frequently as the chocolate melts and remove it from the heat as soon as it’s fully melted. You can then add in any other ingredients as desired, such as sugar or cream. Add liquid slowly: When making a chocolate sauce recipe, adding liquid can be tricky. You want to add just enough to achieve the right consistency, but too much can make the sauce too thin and less flavorful. It’s crucial to add the liquid slowly, stirring the entire time to ensure a smooth texture. Start by adding a small amount of liquid, such as cream, and then gradually add more as needed while stirring continuously. If your sauce becomes too thin or runny, you can add more chocolate to thicken things back up. Keep in mind that it’s much easier to add more liquid than it is to fix a sauce that’s too thin. Choose complementary flavors: While chocolate is undoubtedly the star of a chocolate sauce recipe, it’s important to choose complementary flavors to highlight its richness. Common flavors that enhance the flavor of chocolate include: - Vanilla - Cinnamon - Salt - Espresso - Citrus Adding complementary flavors can transform your chocolate sauce into something truly special. Consider experimenting with different flavor combinations to see what works best for your recipe. Store properly: Once your chocolate sauce recipe is complete, it’s essential to store leftovers properly to ensure they remain fresh and flavorful. Store your sauce in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within a week or so. When you’re ready to enjoy your sauce again, gently heat it up in the microwave or on the stovetop. Conclusion: Achieving the perfect chocolate sauce recipe takes experimentation and time. Keep in mind the tips mentioned above to help you create a sauce that’s rich, delicious, and silky smooth. And don’t be afraid to experiment with different recipes and techniques to find your perfect chocolate sauce recipe.

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