Chocolate Sauce

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

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Indulge your sweet tooth with this delightful gluten-free and dairy-free chocolate sauce that’s perfect for drizzling over your favorite treats. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes, you’ll find it difficult to resist whipping up this rich and satisfying sauce whenever the craving hits. It serves a generous 7 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or family dessert nights.

This chocolate sauce features a perfect balance of bittersweet chocolate and deep, caramel-like notes from dark brown sugar and agave syrup. A hint of instant coffee granules enhances the chocolate's flavor, creating a luxurious taste experience that pairs beautifully with fruits, ice cream, or even warm banana bread. The addition of unsweetened cocoa powder adds a rich depth, delivering a chocolate lover's dream in every bite.

Not only is this sauce a delicious treat, but it also boasts a guilt-free profile with only 127 calories per serving. You can enjoy it without worry, thanks to its gluten-free and dairy-free ingredients. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or celebrating a cozy night in, this chocolate sauce is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Get ready to elevate your dessert game and make some magical memories with this scrumptious recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup agave syrup 
  • 2.5 ounces bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar dark packed
  • teaspoon coffee granules 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