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Chocolate Peppermint Sauce ~ a silky smooth, rich, multi-purpose chocolate sauce with bright peppermint flavor. This just may be the highlight of your holiday dessert table!
I’d love to know what you would do with a big scoop of this wonderful Chocolate Peppermint Sauce! Besides eating it straight from the jar with a spoon (yes I did) there are so many ways to enjoy this deliciously perfect sauce. Don’t forget, this Chocolate Peppermint Sauce is only as good as the chocolate you use to make it, so don’t skimp! No chocolate chips here folks, invest in the best.
Here’s a fun way you can use this luscious Chocolate Peppermint Sauce.
First I guess it’s a bit ‘captain obvious’ but our Chocolate Peppermint Sauce is fantastic slightly warmed, then poured over peppermint ice cream. The texture of the sauce is like sweet velvet, and well, it tastes absolutely amazing. Can’t find peppermint ice cream? Take a half-gallon of your favorite vanilla ice cream, soften it a little, then scoop it into an airtight, freezer safe container. Layer the ice cream with crushed peppermint candies and you have instant peppermint ice cream. You can also dollop this sauce in between scoops for a fudgy, rippled peppermint ice cream, ready for company.
We have a wonderful recipe for homemade Peppermint Ice Cream that would be great served with this sauce. Ice cream is great all year!
Here’s another great way to build an amazing dessert around our Chocolate Peppermint Sauce
Stir a few tablespoons of our Chocolate Peppermint Sauce (more or less to taste) into 3/4 to 1 cup of hot milk. Add peppermint schnapps or Mocha Peppermint Kahlua if desired, and top with whipped cream and crushed peppermint. So good!
Keep this sauce refrigerated until needed, then serve slightly warmed.
This recipe makes about 3 cups of Chocolate Peppermint Sauce so it’s also perfect for gifting. I bet you know somebody who’d love a jar for the holidays!
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Chocolate Peppermint Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup light corn syrup, or golden syrup (like Lyle’s)
- ¼ cup Dutch-Process cocoa powder
- 6 ounces good quality semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- pinch of sea salt
- ½ to 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- 1-3 tablespoons heavy cream, half-n-half, or milk
Instructions
- Place the sweetened condensed milk, butter, syrup and cocoa powder in a heavy bottom medium saucepan. Heat on medium-low, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and the mixture is hot. Remove from the heat, add the chopped chocolate and stir until blended. Allow the mixture to rest for 1-2 minutes, then stir again or until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is velvety smooth. Add the vanilla extract, salt and peppermint extract. Stir until well blended. Add 1 tablespoon of cream and stir to incorporate. Add 1 or 2 more tablespoons of cream as needed for desired consistency.
- Store in a jar in the refrigerator until ready to use. This sauce will keep for 10 days.
- Rewarm in the microwave on 50% power, at 15-second intervals stirring in between. My preferred method to rewarm the sauce is to set a sealed jar of chocolate sauce in a bowl of hot tap water. It won't be overly hot but just warmed enough to drizzle.
Recipe Notes
- Add 2-3 tablespoons of the chocolate sauce to 3/4 cup of hot milk. Add peppermint schnapps or peppermint Kahula to taste. Top with whipped cream and shaved chocolate.
- Drizzle on ice cream and top with crushed peppermint
- Drizzle on pound cake or cookies
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Chocolate and peppermint are the classic holiday flavor combo. If you want a just little more inspiration, check out our Peppermint Pie with chocolate crumb crust, and our roundup of Festive Holiday Treats with Peppermint. I love these Chocolate Peppermint Sandwich Cookies from The View from Great Island and these super easy Peppermint Oreo Truffles from Recipe Girl. And talk about gorgeous … check out this Chocolate Peppermint Roll from Bakers Royale. So many festive, delicious recipes to try this time of year.
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Tricia
Susan says
My favorite way to use this would be on a dish of ice cream! What a perfect combo for the holidays, Tricia!
Tricia Buice says
It’s super delicious slightly warmed and drizzled (or spooned) over ice cream. Such a treat! Thanks for stopping by Susan!
Liz says
I’d eat this with a spoon, too!!! I have some peppermint stick ice cream in the freezer and now I’ll go to bed dreaming about combining the two 🙂
Tricia Buice says
Perfect combo Liz – and yes eating a big spoon full is pretty terrific 🙂 I’ve gotta this stuff out of the house quick!
Agness of Run Agness Run says
Yummy! This sauce is making my mouth watering, Tricia. A chocolate sauce is always a great idea, especially at Christmas time. 😉
Tricia Buice says
Thank you Agness 🙂 Have a wonderful Christmas!
cheri says
Chocolate and peppermint is a must this time of year. I can see myself sipping on a hot drink made with this throughout the day;)
Tricia Buice says
Thanks Cheri – I hope you give it a try – it’s a keeper!
Gerlinde says
There is nothing better than a creamy smooth chocolate sauce . Have a wonderful Christmas Tricia,
Tricia Buice says
I whole-heartedly agree Gerlinde! Thanks – Merry Christmas to you and yours 🙂
Abbe@This is How I Cook says
Just went to see Zoe in Philly and she was so upset because none of the peppermint ice creams are at the stores yet. She would love this and the rest of your peppermint ideas. Can’t wait to share with her!
Tricia Buice says
So glad you got to visit Zoe – she must be back in the states now? Thanks for sharing with her – I know she’s going to love it!
Greg Henry (@sippitysup) says
Today is my brother’s birthday and he’s a big fan of chocolate and pepperment together. He got that from my dad. If I were a good brother and son I’d make them a batch (and I’m thinking about doing just that). GREG
Tricia Buice says
I hope you got the chance to make this for your brother, Greg. It’s so delicious – and absolutely hard to resist!
Chris Scheuer says
I’d be with you Tricia, scraping it right out of the jar! I love your suggestions for ways to use it too!
Tricia Buice says
Thanks Chris! We are smitten with this sauce.
Monique says
My grandsons love choco/mint combo:) Thank you!
Tricia Buice says
Hope you get the chance to make it for them Monique – it’s so delicious and super easy too.
John/Kitchen Riffs says
Yup, give me a spoon and a jar of this and I’d get, well, sauced. 🙂 This looks terrific — good stuff. Thanks!
Tricia Buice says
I’m right there with you John – thanks so much!
sue | theviewfromgreatisland says
The minute I saw this recipe I thought of your peppermint ice cream, and then scrolled down to see it, what a fantastic holiday dessert, and so unexpected!
Tricia Buice says
Thanks Sue! It’s so good, I need to get it out of the house and soon!
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says
Such a great idea and so many ways to use it! Perfect to add a holiday touch to everything 🙂
Tricia Buice says
Thanks Jennifer – It is very versatile and so delicious 🙂
Angie@Angie's Recipes says
So smooth and chocolatey…I seriously will drink the whole glass if I make this….Gorgeous shots, as always, Tricia.
Tricia Buice says
It is tempting Angie. A big spoonful makes a fine dessert!
Monica says
Be still my heart – I love this! Warm chocolate sauce is a huge weakness for me. I’d love it over ice cream and I could gladly eat it by the spoonful. So decadent and perfect for the holidays. Makes such a great gift; I know I would be over the moon to receive it!
Tricia Buice says
I hear you Monica – it is for me too. I know you would love this! Thanks 🙂