This decadent Cappuccino Sauce blends the deep bitterness of cocoa with the robust kick of instant coffee, balanced by sweet sugar and aromatic cinnamon. The result is a velvety, glossy sauce that offers a sophisticated twist on traditional chocolate toppings. It’s incredibly versatile, drizzling beautifully over vanilla ice cream, pound cake, or fresh strawberries. Made with simple pantry staples, this sauce comes together quickly on the stovetop, requiring no special equipment. The addition of butter gives it a luxurious mouthfeel, while the vanilla adds a subtle warmth. Keep a jar in the fridge for instant dessert upgrades or as a dip for fruits and pastries.
Cappuccino Sauce
Description
This decadent Cappuccino Sauce blends the deep bitterness of cocoa with the robust kick of instant coffee, balanced by sweet sugar and aromatic cinnamon. The result is a velvety, glossy sauce that offers a sophisticated twist on traditional chocolate toppings. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly versatile, drizzling beautifully over vanilla ice cream, pound cake, or fresh strawberries. Made with simple pantry staples, this sauce comes together quickly on the stovetop, requiring no special equipment. The addition of butter gives it a luxurious mouthfeel, while the vanilla adds a subtle warmth. Keep a jar in the fridge for instant dessert upgrades or as a dip for fruits and pastries.Ingredients
Directions
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In a wide, shallow saucepan or small Dutch oven, combine the sifted cocoa, granulated sugar, butter, instant coffee granules, vanilla, cinnamon stick, and salt.
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Gradually whisk in the boiling water until the mixture is smooth and no lumps remain.
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Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, whisking frequently.
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Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle simmer.
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Simmer the sauce, stirring often, for about 5 minutes or until it thickens and becomes glossy.
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The sauce should reduce to approximately 1 cup in volume.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick.
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Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before serving or storing.
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Store in a tightly covered jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Reheat gently before serving if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 395.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12.7g20%
- Saturated Fat 7.0g35%
- Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
- Sodium 97560.7mg4066%
- Total Carbohydrate 92.1g31%
- Dietary Fiber 28.5g114%
- Sugars 46.5g
- Protein 10.2g21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.