Chocolate Gravy Recipe

Indulge in a taste of Southern comfort with this decadent chocolate gravy recipe! Passed down through generations, this creamy, rich sauce is the perfect topping for fluffy buttermilk biscuits. A nostalgic Saturday morning breakfast treat, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to become a family favorite. Get ready for a delightful chocolate experience!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 382.1 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Gravy

  • Margarine
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk (more as needed)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Chocolate Gravy

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder. Set aside.
  2. Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Once melted, whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Do not brown the butter.
  4. Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups whole milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and begins to bubble slightly.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the cocoa and sugar mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the gravy reaches your desired consistency. Add more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to thin.
  7. Serve immediately over warm buttermilk biscuits. Enjoy with a tall glass of cold milk!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

100g

Fat

31g

Carbs

13g