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homemade chocolate shell being spooned onto a bowl of ice cream
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Homemade Chocolate Shell

This crunchy chocolate topping is the perfect addition to a sundae bar for your next party or just your next bowl of ice cream!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate Shell, Ice Cream, ice cream topping
Servings: 0.75 Cup
Calories: 1kcal
Cost: $5-10

Equipment

  • A glass jar or airtight storage container
  • A silicone spatula
  • A Double Boiler
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 TBSP coconut oil
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 2 pinches of salt

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to the bowl of your double boiler
  • In the double boiler, gently melt all ingredients on medium-low heat.
  • Stir periodically while all ingredients are melting together.
  • When all of the ingredients are melted and well mixed, take off the heat and transfer to your storage or serving container.
  • Your chocolate shell is now ready to use! Enjoy on top of your favorite ice cream.

Notes

If you store any for later use, be aware that this will likely solidify in your container. To re-liquify, gently warm up your container in hot water or by transferring to a small saucepan and heating on low until fluid again.