Chocolate Sauce
📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Sauces A rich and velvety homemade chocolate sauce perfect for drizzling over your favorite desserts. This classic recipe combines melted chocolate, powdered sugar, and cream for a decadent finish.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mins | 10 mins | None | 4 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3 oz | Chocolate | chopped |
| 5 tbsp | Powdered Sugar | sifted |
| 1 tbsp | Water | room temperature |
| 1/2 pt | Cream | heavy |
| 1 | Egg Yolk | beaten |
Instructions
Step 1: Cooking the Base
- In a saucepan, combine the 3 oz chocolate, 5 tbsp powdered sugar, and 1 tbsp water.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is completely smooth.
Step 2: Finishing
- Stir in the 1/2 pt cream until well incorporated.
- Remove from heat and slowly pour the hot mixture over the 1 beaten egg yolk, whisking constantly to prevent curdling until the sauce is glossy and thickened.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; gently reheat over low heat before serving.
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