Sugar Free Chocolate Sauce

Chocolate is something that most of us love. Starting from pancakes to ice cream, every sweet dish is incomplete without chocolate sauce. But the problem is its high sugar content. Then what to do? We can make a sugar free chocolate sauce. It means the sauce is not going to have sugar but natural sweeteners. 

It’s very easy to make this keto chocolate sauce. You just need cocoa powder, which should be unsweetened, unsalted butter, a natural sweetener, and water. Now let’s go through its recipe guide.

All About Sugar-Free Chocolate Sauce 

Sugar-free chocolate sauce is like a low-carb chocolate syrup, as it has no sugar in it. Then how does it taste so good? It’s because the sauce has sugar substitutes (e.g., stevia, erythritol). Also, it has cocoa powder, which is a natural sugar. If you are off carbs but can’t compromise with chocolate sauce, this no sugar chocolate drizzle is for you. Also, it’s gluten-free and keto-friendly, which is perfectly safe for diabetic patients. That’s why I call it a diabetic-friendly chocolate sauce. 

Ingredients You Need

Before you start with the recipe for low-carb chocolate syrup, make sure you have the following ingredients. 

Unsweetened Cocoa Powder

½ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder will give a rich chocolate flavor to the sauce. The higher the quality of the cocoa powder is, the richer the taste of the salt will be.

Allulose

Use 1 cup of allulose. It’s going to be a substitute for sugar, but it won’t crystallize like sugar and dissolve easily in the sauce.

Water

You will need ¾ cup of water, as it’s the base ingredient. Water will dissolve all the dry ingredients and help achieve the desired consistency. 

Salt

⅛ teaspoon of salt is going to enhance the chocolate flavor of the sauce and balance the sweetness at the same time.

Vanilla Extract

For some depth and warmth, use 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Unsalted Butter

1 tablespoon of unsalted butter is going to provide richness and a silky texture to your sugar free dessert sauce.

How to Make Sugar Free Chocolate Sauce in 5 Simple Steps?

So, now we have all the ingredients with us. Let’s start making the no sugar chocolate sauce.

Step 1

Start by combining the main ingredients. Take a saucepan and put cocoa powder, allulose, and salt in it. Whisk them to avoid any sort of clumping.

Step 2

While whisking, pour in some water slowly. Thus, the cocoa will dissolve smoothly and form a consistent base.

Step 3

Now, place the pan over a medium heat and stir the mixture continuously. Once the sauce boils, lower the low and let the sauce simmer for 4 to 5 minutes.

Step 4

The sauce must have become thick now. So remove the pan from the heat. Add vanilla extract and unsalted butter to the sauce. Stir the sauce so that everything blends well.

Step 5

Let the sauce cool at room temperature. The more it cools, the thicker it will be. Then store it in a clean jar. You can keep it in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.

Special Tips

To get the best out of your homemade keto chocolate syrup, try out the tips below.

• Don’t overheat the sauce. Or else, the cocoa will scorch. Always simmer the sauce gently.
• Don’t skip whisking if you don’t want lumps but a silky finish. 
• If you want to make the sauce thicker, simmer it for 2 to 3 minutes more.
• For a creamier version, add 1 spoonful of heavy cream to the sauce.
• Don’t transfer the sauce into the container before it cools. Or else it will build up moisture inside.

Best Pairings For Sugar Free Chocolate Sauce

Chocolate sauce without sugar is going to be a healthy chocolate topping for many dishes. Like: 

• Keto ice cream
• Low-carb pancakes or waffles
• Strawberries or mixed berries
• Chia pudding
• Greek yoghurt
• Almond flour brownies
• Banana slices
• Cheesecake
• Oatmeal

How To Store Sugar Free Chocolate Sauce?

If you want to have your keto chocolate sauce for a long time after making it at once, then follow these tips below.

• Always store the sauce in an airtight glass jar. 
• You can store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• Every time you use the sauce taken out from the refrigerator, microwave it for 10 to 15 minutes by adding some water or milk.

Conclusion 

If you are health-conscious but also want to enjoy chocolate sauce, you must try out the sugar-free chocolate sauce recipe. You will need 30 to 40 minutes to make it.

If you have any diabetes patients in your house who love chocolate like you, you can offer them this keto-friendly chocolate sauce. And there will be no risk of a sugar spike. If needed, double the batch of this recipe. Thus, you can use the sauce for a long time by storing or freezing it.

FAQs

What Sweeteners Work Best in Sugar-free Chocolate Sauce?

For a sugar-free chocolate sauce, you need a sweetener that doesn’t crystallize. In that case, Bocha sweet, allulose, and xylitol are great options.

Can I Use This Sauce on Ice Cream or Pancakes?

Sugar-free chocolate sauce will definitely complement ice cream and pancakes. Thanks to its chocolaty, sweet, rich flavor.

How Do You Store Homemade Sugar-free Chocolate Sauce?

Generally, sugar-free chocolate sauce stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. But if you want to use it for a longer period, make sure to freeze it. Thus, the sauce will stay good for at least 1 month.