Description
A rich and velvety Chocolate Gravy recipe perfect for serving over warm biscuits for a comforting breakfast or dessert. This Southern classic combines cocoa powder and sugar with milk and butter to create a smooth, chocolatey sauce that melts in your mouth. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it makes a delightful twist on traditional gravy.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Gravy
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar (133g)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (30g)
- ¼ cup cocoa powder (25g)
- 2 cups whole milk (480ml)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
To Serve
- Biscuits (preferably warm)
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, all-purpose flour, and cocoa powder until thoroughly combined and free of lumps.
- Add milk and stir: Gradually add the whole milk to the dry mixture while continuously whisking to ensure a smooth consistency with no lumps.
- Cook the gravy: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble gently. This should take about 5 to 8 minutes. Continue stirring to prevent scorching.
- Add butter and vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the cubed unsalted butter until melted and incorporated. Then add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Serve: Pour the warm chocolate gravy generously over freshly baked biscuits and serve immediately for the best experience.
Notes
- Use whole milk for the creamiest texture; you can substitute with 2% milk if preferred.
- Stir continuously while cooking to avoid burning and lumps.
- For a richer gravy, add a pinch of salt to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove while stirring.
- This recipe yields about 8 servings, assuming about 2-3 tablespoons of gravy per biscuit.
