Homemade Chocolate Sauce
A straightforward chocolate sauce that is easy to make and endlessly versatile, perfect for drizzling over pancakes, enhancing desserts, and layering in cakes.
This dairy-free recipe offers a smooth and silky texture, making it ideal for those observing dietary restrictions. It can be refrigerated for extended storage, ready to use whenever needed.
For a low-calorie version, substitute the sugar with your preferred sweetener.
In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
Once boiling, add the cocoa powder, whisking constantly until smooth.
Allow it to simmer for another minute, then remove from heat.
Stir well and let it cool.
The cooler it gets, the thicker it becomes, yet it maintains a sauce-like consistency.
If using as a cake syrup, dilute with a little warm water or brewed coffee—not exceeding 100ml.
And it's done! Quick, inexpensive, and delicious.
Perfect for storing in the fridge, ready for when you need chocolate sauce on ice cream or pancakes.
Enjoy!
