Hazelnut Chocolate Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 oz Bittersweet Chocolate (60% cacao, roughly 114 grams, chopped into small pieces)
• 3/4 cup Water (187 ml, for dissolving sugar and liqueur)
• 3 tablespoons Dark Brown Sugar (Approximately 41 grams)
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt (A pinch, enhances flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Hazelnut Liqueur (Approximately 30 ml, such as Frangelico)

Instructions

1. Chop Chocolate

   Place the bittersweet chocolate on a cutting board and chop into uniform small pieces.

   Time: PT2M

2. Measure Liquid Base and Sweeteners

   Measure 3/4 cup (187 ml) water into the saucepot, then add 3 Tbsp dark brown sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, and 2 Tbsp hazelnut liqueur.

   Time: PT2M

3. Warm the Base

   Place the saucepot over medium‑low heat and stir gently until you see a steady stream of steam; do not let it boil.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium‑low heat

4. Incorporate Chocolate

   Remove the pot from heat, add the chopped chocolate pieces, let sit 1‑2 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy.

   Time: PT3M

5. Cool and Serve

   Let the sauce cool for a minute, then drizzle over ice cream, fruit, or cake. Store leftovers as directed.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

208

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

25 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

2 g