Homemade Chocolate Sauce for Cake
A rich and silky chocolate sauce ready in just a few minutes on the stovetop. Perfect for drizzling over cakes, pancakes, or ice cream, this fuss-free recipe will become your favourite sweet staple.
🛒 Ingredients
2 servings
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup whole milk (about 200 ml)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, to taste)
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Directions
- 1
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, stirring gently.
- 2
Add the cocoa powder and sugar, then whisk vigorously until you get a smooth paste with no lumps.
- 3
Gradually pour in the milk while continuing to stir. Bring to medium heat until the first bubbles appear, stirring constantly.
- 4
Remove from heat as soon as the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Let cool slightly before serving.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a thicker consistency, simmer for an extra 2 minutes over low heat. A pinch of salt enhances the depth of the chocolate flavour.
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