Dutch Chocolate Butter Recipe

Indulge your senses with this incredibly rich and versatile Dutch Chocolate Butter! Perfect for spreading on warm toast, drizzling over ice cream, filling cakes, glazing brownies, or even creating gourmet cookie sandwiches. This easy recipe unlocks endless possibilities for adding a luxurious chocolate touch to your favorite desserts and treats. Make a batch today and unleash your culinary creativity!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 1727.3 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dutch Chocolate Butter

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How to Make Dutch Chocolate Butter

  1. Sift 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder into the top of a double boiler.
  2. Add 1/2 cup of boiling water.
  3. Stir vigorously until the cocoa is completely smooth and there are no lumps.
  4. Place the top of the double boiler over a pan of simmering water (make sure the bottom of the double boiler doesn't touch the water).
  5. Stir in 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  6. Cook, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar, for approximately 1 minute.
  7. Remove the top of the double boiler from the simmering water.
  8. Whisk in 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, one tablespoon at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the butter is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
  9. Whisk in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract.
  10. Allow the mixture to cool completely to room temperature. This is crucial for the proper texture.
  11. Once completely cool, whisk the chocolate butter again to lighten its texture and create a smoother consistency.
  12. Scrape the Dutch Chocolate Butter into a clean, completely dry jar.
  13. Cover the jar tightly with a lid.
  14. Refrigerate for up to 1 month or freeze for up to 1 year. Let it come to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

804g

Fat

314g

Carbs

77g

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