Description
This rich and creamy Chocolate Gravy recipe is a delightful Southern classic, perfect as a warm topping for biscuits or pancakes. Made with simple pantry ingredients like cocoa powder, sugar, and milk, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes to offer a comforting, chocolaty twist on traditional gravy.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Gravy Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt until well combined. This creates the base for your chocolate gravy, ensuring even distribution of the dry ingredients for a smooth texture.
- Add milk: Gradually pour in the whole milk while continuously whisking to prevent lumps. This slow incorporation is key to a creamy and velvety gravy consistency.
- Cook the gravy: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly. Continue cooking for about 5 to 7 minutes until the gravy thickens to a smooth, pudding-like consistency, making sure not to let it scorch on the bottom of the pan.
- Finish with butter and vanilla: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract. The butter adds richness, while the vanilla enhances the chocolate flavor, rounding out the taste of your gravy.
- Serve warm: Spoon the chocolate gravy over freshly baked warm biscuits or pancakes and enjoy immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a richer flavor, but you can substitute with 2% milk if preferred.
- Stir constantly during cooking to prevent burning or clumping.
- If the gravy is too thick, thin it out with a little more milk until your desired consistency is reached.
- Chocolate gravy pairs excellently with soft, flaky biscuits, adding a sweet and comforting twist.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk to loosen the gravy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American
