Ingredients
Chocolate Shell Topping
- 12 ounces bittersweet chocolate (60% cacao), chopped (340 grams)
- ½ cup refined coconut oil (113 grams)
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the chopped bittersweet chocolate, refined coconut oil, and fine sea salt together in a microwave-safe dish or the top of a double boiler set over simmering water.
- Heat Mixture: Heat the mixture, stirring frequently, until the chocolate is almost completely melted but not fully dissolved.
- Stir Thoroughly: Remove from heat and continue stirring until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
- Cool Slightly: Allow the mixture to cool for at least 15 minutes; this helps it reach the ideal pouring consistency.
- Pour on Ice Cream: Drizzle the chocolate shell over your favorite ice cream. It will harden quickly, forming a crisp shell.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of crunchy shell and creamy ice cream.
Notes
- Use refined coconut oil to avoid a strong coconut flavor.
- Store the magic shell in an airtight container at room temperature or slightly warm environment to keep it pourable.
- If the shell thickens too much after cooling, gently warm it to restore pourable consistency.
- This shell is perfect for vanilla, chocolate, or any ice cream flavor.
- Ensure ice cream is cold to get the signature hard shell effect.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert Topping
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
