Mocha Sauce
Indulge your chocolate cravings with this luscious, homemade mocha sauce, a rich and velvety blend of unsweetened cocoa powder, strong brewed coffee, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfectly sweetened with granulated sugar and balanced with a touch of heavy cream, this decadent sauce is infused with vanilla and a hint of salt for an irresistible depth of flavor. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s ideal as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, or even your morning latte. Whether you drizzle it warm over desserts or store it for later, this mocha sauce is a versatile treat that will quickly become a kitchen staple.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 quarter cup heavy cream
- 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the cocoa powder and sugar.
Step 2
Over medium heat, gradually whisk in the brewed coffee to create a smooth mixture.
Step 3
Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently.
Step 4
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir until completely melted and glossy.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from heat and mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
Step 6
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before use. It will thicken as it cools.
Step 7
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 577.5 grams (577.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1279 |
| Total Fat 37.40g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat 22.70g | 114% |
| Cholesterol 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium 165mg | 7% |
| Total Carbohydrate 248.40g | 90% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.60g | 34% |
| Total Sugars 231.10g | |
| Protein 7.30g | 15% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 24mg | 2% |
| Iron 4mg | 23% |
| Potassium 371mg | 8% |
Source of Calories