- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 180 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious chocolate syrup for desserts, quick and versatile. Guarantees an irresistible touch.”
What you need to know
- Fresh and simple ingredients for a tasty and easy-to-prepare dish.
- Creamy texture ensures an irresistible touch in desserts.
- Easy to prepare and adjustable according to the desired texture.
- Versatile, it can be served hot or after cooling.
- Ideal to accompany sweets and cakes.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons of sugar (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Principal
- In a pot, place the chopped chocolate and heavy cream over low heat.
- Stir constantly until the chocolate begins to melt.
- Add the sugar and continue stirring until the chocolate is completely melted.
- Incorporate the butter, stirring until a creamy consistency is obtained.
- Let it cook for about 5 minutes or until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
- If the syrup gets too thick, add a little more heavy cream until it reaches the desired texture.
- Serve warm over desserts or let it cool and store in the refrigerator.
Chef's tips
- Add butter to give more texture to the syrup.
- For a more intense flavor, you can use milk chocolate instead of dark.
- For a thicker syrup, add more heavy cream.
- If the syrup cools down too much, it can be heated in the microwave for a few seconds to give it a creamy touch.
Variations
- For a smoother syrup, reduce the amount of sugar.
- For a sauce with more flavor, increase the amount of chocolate.
- For a thicker syrup, add more heavy cream.
Substitutions
- Replace heavy cream with whole milk for a thicker sauce.
- Replace sugar with powdered sweetener for those who have sugar restrictions.
- Replace butter with oil for a lighter syrup.
How to store
Let cool before storing in the refrigerator. Lasts up to 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
Não pode congelar. Store in the refrigerator and thaw before use.
What to serve with
Serve warm over desserts. Defrost before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How can I store the syrup?
Let cool and store in the refrigerator.
Can I use brown sugar instead of refined sugar?
Yes, you can use brown sugar instead of refined sugar.
Is the syrup freezable? How can I store it?
Não pode congelar. Store in the fridge and thaw before serving.
How can I make the syrup thicker?
Add more heavy cream to get a thicker texture.
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