Silky Homemade Chocolate Sauce
A glossy, velvety chocolate sauce made from pantry staples in just 10 minutes. Perfect for drizzling over cakes, brownies, or ice cream, this stovetop classic delivers rich chocolatey flavour with minimal effort. A knob of butter off the heat gives it that irresistible silky finish.
🛒 Ingredients
10 servings
- 500 ml whole milk
- 8 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 pinch of fine salt
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Directions
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar and cornstarch. Gradually add about 100 ml of cold milk, whisking vigorously until you get a smooth, lump-free paste.
- 2
Pour the remaining milk into a saucepan and whisk in the cocoa mixture until fully combined. Place over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
- 3
Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon.
- 4
Remove from heat and stir in the butter and salt until fully melted and the sauce is glossy and smooth.
- 5
Pour immediately over a warm cake for deep absorption, or allow to cool slightly for a thicker consistency.
💡 Chef's Tip
For an extra moist cake, poke it all over with a skewer before pouring the hot sauce — it soaks right in and makes every single slice incredibly indulgent.
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