Description
This rich and creamy Chocolate Gravy recipe is a Southern classic perfect for drizzling over warm biscuits or pancakes. Made with simple pantry ingredients like cocoa powder, sugar, and milk, this quick and easy chocolate sauce offers a smooth, comforting flavor that makes breakfast or dessert extra special.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, flour, and salt until well combined to ensure no lumps remain.
- Add milk: Slowly pour in the whole milk while continuously whisking to create a smooth mixture without lumps.
- Cook the mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a gravy-like consistency. This usually takes about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add butter and vanilla: Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until the butter melts and the gravy is smooth and glossy.
- Serve warm: Pour the chocolate gravy over warm biscuits, pancakes, or waffles and enjoy immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a creamier texture; you can substitute with 2% milk but the gravy will be less rich.
- Stir continuously while cooking to prevent lumps and burning at the bottom.
- If the gravy becomes too thick, whisk in a little extra milk to loosen it to your desired consistency.
- Chocolate gravy pairs wonderfully with warm, fresh biscuits or even vanilla ice cream for a dessert twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to restore consistency.
