Hot Chocolate Sauce

Indulge your sweet tooth with this luscious Hot Chocolate Sauce, a velvety blend of rich cocoa powder, smooth butter, and fragrant vanilla extract. Perfectly balanced with just a hint of salt, this quick and easy recipe comes together in only 15 minutes, making it ideal for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or baked treats. A touch of light corn syrup ensures a silky texture, while the unsweetened cocoa delivers a deep, decadent chocolate flavor. Serve it warm for a comforting dessert topping, or store leftovers to enjoy later—reheating is a breeze! Whether for everyday indulgence or special occasions, this homemade chocolate sauce is a versatile treat that’s as irresistible as it is simple to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.

Step 2

Add the water and light corn syrup to the saucepan, and stir to dissolve the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Once the mixture starts to bubble, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.

Step 6

Allow the sauce to cool slightly before using or serve immediately while warm.

Step 7

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. To reheat, simply warm the sauce in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of water if needed to adjust the consistency.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	488.8 grams (488.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1017

Total Fat 26.30g	34%
Saturated Fat 15.30g	77%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 151mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 210.60g	77%
Dietary Fiber 5.80g	21%
Total Sugars 200.90g
Protein 3.50g	7%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 40mg	3%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 261mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.7%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 77.1%