Chocolate Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Chocolate Sauce
10 min.
7
127kcal

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If you're looking for a rich, indulgent treat that’s both gluten and dairy-free, this Chocolate Sauce is exactly what you need! Perfect for drizzling over your favorite desserts, it’s a versatile addition to fruit, ice cream, or even a slice of banana bread. With a silky-smooth texture and the deep flavor of bittersweet chocolate, every spoonful is a delight. The secret to this luxurious sauce lies in the balance of ingredients like agave syrup, dark brown sugar, and a hint of instant coffee, which amplifies the chocolate’s depth. The smoothness is achieved with the perfect touch of unsweetened cocoa powder and a splash of vanilla extract, rounding out the flavors in an unforgettable way. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or treating yourself to something special, this sauce elevates any dessert. Best of all, it’s ready in just 10 minutes, making it an easy yet impressive option for any occasion. Serve it chilled, and get ready for a deliciously memorable experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup agave nectar 
  • 2.5 ounces bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 0.3 cup t brown sugar dark packed
  • teaspoon coffee instant
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 2.5 teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • cup water hot

Equipment

  • food processor
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients (through coffee granules) in a food processor. Process until finely ground (about 1 minute).
  2. In a small saucepan, stir water and agave syrup together; bring just to a boil over medium-high heat. With the food processor running, add the syrup mixture, then vanilla. Continue processing until sauce is smooth, scraping down sides as needed.
  3. Transfer to a container and refrigerate until chilled (at least 2 hours). Stir before serving over fruit, ice cream, or banana bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories127kcal
Protein4.39%
Fat30.33%
Carbs65.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.14
Glycemic Load
0.9
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.7639130473785%

Flavonoids

Catechin
2.65mg
Epicatechin
8.04mg
Quercetin
0.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:126.79kcal
6.34%
Fat:4.48g
6.89%
Saturated Fat:2.56g
16.01%
Carbohydrates:21.68g
7.23%
Net Carbohydrates:19.34g
7.03%
Sugar:16.93g
18.81%
Cholesterol:0.61mg
0.2%
Sodium:6.26mg
0.27%
Alcohol:0.49g
100%
Alcohol %:0.95%
100%
Caffeine:22.61mg
7.54%
Protein:1.46g
2.91%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.12%
Copper:0.29mg
14.63%
Magnesium:40.02mg
10%
Fiber:2.34g
9.36%
Iron:1.28mg
7.11%
Phosphorus:57.29mg
5.73%
Potassium:137.59mg
3.93%
Zinc:0.56mg
3.71%
Vitamin K:2.6µg
2.48%
Selenium:1.68µg
2.4%
Calcium:19.49mg
1.95%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.72%
Vitamin C:1.34mg
1.62%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.51%
Vitamin B3:0.28mg
1.42%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.08%
Source:My Recipes