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Chocolate Espresso Sauce

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Chocolate Espresso SauceChris Gentile

Chocolate Espresso Sauce is a flavorful accompaniment to ice cream, fruit, or our favorite Bomboloni.

Cooks' Note:

•Sauce can be made 3 days ahead and kept chilled, covered. Warm over low heat before serving.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    10 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes about 3/4 cup

Ingredients

1/2 tablespoon instant espresso powder
1/3 cup water
1 1/2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 ounces bittersweet (60% cacao) chocolate, finely chopped

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine espresso powder, 1/3 cup water, and corn syrup in a small heavy saucepan, and bring it to a boil, stirring.

    Step 2

    Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chocolate, stirring until chocolate is melted and sauce is smooth.

TagsSauceEspressoCoffeeBeveragesChocolateSnackNut FreeGluten FreeMake Ahead5 Ingredients or FewerEasyGourmet

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