Keto Chocolate Sauce
A rich, smooth, and sugar-free chocolate sauce that’s perfect for keto and low-carb desserts. Drizzle over pancakes, ice cream, or berries for a guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Provides creamy texture
- 3 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Deep chocolate flavor
- 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter Adds smoothness and shine
- 1/4 cup Erythritol or Monk Fruit Sweetener Sugar-free sweetener of choice
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances chocolate taste
- 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness
- 1 tbsp Coconut Oil Optional for extra silkiness
Instructions
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add cocoa powder and whisk until smooth.
- Slowly pour in heavy cream while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
- Stir in erythritol (or preferred keto sweetener) and a pinch of salt until fully dissolved.
- Lower heat and simmer for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and optional coconut oil for a glossy finish.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Reheat gently before serving for a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Adjust sweetness to taste — some keto sweeteners are sweeter than others.
- Can be thickened with a small pinch of xanthan gum if desired.
- Add flavor variations like espresso, cinnamon, or a touch of coconut oil for richness.
- Perfect as a topping for keto pancakes, waffles, ice cream, berries, or fat bombs.