This rich and glossy 5-ingredient chocolate sauce comes together in under two minutes using a microwave. Smooth, velvety, and perfectly balanced in sweetness, its ideal for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or any dessert that needs a decadent touch. With just a quick stir between short bursts of heat, youll have a silky sauce ready to elevate any treat effortlessly.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THIS
- 5 ingredients recipe
- Basic pantry ingredients required
- Rich and chocolatey
- Can elevate a basic dessert
INGREDIENTS USED IN CHOCOLATE SAUCE
Milk
Milk provides the necessary moisture to bring all the ingredients together. It creates a pourable consistency while keeping the sauce creamy and smooth.I have used Nestle toned milk for this recipe.
Flour
A small amount of flour helps give the sauce body, ensuring its neither too runny nor too thick. It allows the sauce to coat desserts beautifully without separating. When gently heated, the flour blends seamlessly, creating a velvety finish.
Cocoa Powder
Instead of using melted chocolate, this recipe relies on Cocoa powder for an intense chocolate taste. Cocoa powder is rich in antioxidants and provides deep, bittersweet notes, making the sauce flavorful yet not overly heavy. The quality of cocoa powder directly affects the final taste, so using a good-quality brand is recommended.
Sugar
Cocoa powder an be naturally bitter, so Sugar is essential to balance the flavors. It enhances the chocolate notes while ensuring the sauce is sweet enough without being overpowering. The amount of sugar can be adjusted based on personal preference, making the sauce more or less sweet depending on how it will be used.
Butter
Butter adds richness and a smooth mouthfeel to the sauce. It also gives it a beautiful shine, making the final drizzle look more appetizing. Beyond aesthetics, butter enhances the overall taste by adding a slight creaminess and depth to the chocolate flavor.
EQUIPMENTS USED FOR MAKING CHOCOLATE SAUCE
This recipe comes together quickly and hardly needs any equipment.
Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoons. are an integral part of any baker’s kitchen and its very important to measure ingredients with precision.
I have used this microwave to make the sauce.
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TIPS TO MAKE CHOCOLATE SAUCE
- The flavor of your chocolate sauce depends on the quality of cocoa powder or chocolate you use. Opt for high-quality cocoa powder for a rich, deep flavor, or use good-quality dark or semi-sweet chocolate if substituting.
- If your sauce is too thick, add a splash of warm milk to loosen it. If its too thin, let it cook a little longer to thicken. The sauce will also thicken slightly as it cools.
- Whether making it in the microwave or on the stovetop, stirring frequently prevents lumps and ensures a velvety texture. If lumps form, whisk vigorously or strain the sauce.
- If using dark chocolate or unsweetened cocoa powder, adjust the sugar to your taste. A pinch of salt can enhance the chocolate flavor and balance the sweetness.
- For an extra layer of flavor, stir in vanilla extract, a pinch of espresso powder.
- Chocolate sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat gently in the microwave or over low heat, adding a little milk if needed to restore its smooth consistency.
- ½ cup milk
- 6 tbsp sugar
- ¼ tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1 tbsp butter
- In a bowl add milk, sugar,cocoa powder, all purpose flour and butter.
- Give this a good whisk to combine everything together.
- Microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds, whisking every 30 seconds to ensure a smooth lumpfree texture.
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