French Chocolate Sauce

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Rich and creamy French Chocolate Sauce recipe to satisfy your sweet cravings

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 ounces semisweet chocolate , coarsely chopped
	1/2 cup strong hot coffee
	1/2 cup apricot preserves , strained
	1 tablespoon fruit liqueur ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

223

Sugar

23g

Fat

13g

French Chocolate Sauce is a decadent sauce that adds richness and depth to a wide variety of desserts. Made with semisweet chocolate, hot coffee, apricot preserves, and fruit liqueur, this sauce is easy and quick to make and can elevate any dessert to the next level. The sauce has a smooth and creamy texture, making it perfect for drizzling over ice cream, brownies, or cake. The sauce is best served warm and is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Instructions

1.	In a heatproof bowl, combine the chocolate and hot coffee.
2.	Cook the mixture in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring until the chocolate is melted.
3.	Remove the bowl from heat and whisk in the strained apricot preserves and fruit liqueur.
4.	Serve the sauce warm with your favorite desserts, such as ice cream, brownies, or cake.

PROS

This French Chocolate Sauce is incredibly versatile and can be used with a variety of desserts.

It is also easy and quick to make, perfect for a last-minute sweet tooth fix.

CONS

This sauce is high in calories and sugar, so should be consumed in moderation.

It is not recommended for those on a strict diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sauce is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The cocoa in the chocolate has been linked to numerous health benefits, including improving brain function and reducing the risk of heart disease.