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How To Whip Up Simple Homemade Chocolate Sauce In 7 Minutes

A velvety, simple homemade chocolate sauce made with pantry staples that comes together in just 7 minutes. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream or your favorite desserts.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup sugar
  • 2.5 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and cocoa powder. Whisk in the water.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Whisk in the butter. The sauce should be smooth and glossy. Take the pan off the heat and add the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt.
  • Pour the sauce into a jar and use as desired.

Notes

Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat gently before serving.