Homemade Magic Shell
Homemade Magic Shell
Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate chips, any variety (milk, semi-sweet, dark)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, refined or unrefined, adjust to desired consistency
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Start with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil; you can add more later if needed for a thinner consistency.
⏱️ 1 min
- 2
Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Alternatively, you can melt the mixture in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring constantly until smooth.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
If the mixture is too thick, add an additional 1 to 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, one tablespoon at a time, and stir until fully incorporated and the desired pourable consistency is reached.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Pour the warm Magic Shell over cold ice cream or other frozen desserts. Watch as it instantly hardens into a crisp, delicious shell.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Enjoy your homemade Magic Shell! Store any leftover Magic Shell in an airtight container at room temperature. It will solidify but can be re-melted gently in the microwave or a double boiler when ready to use again.
⏱️ 2 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Homemade Magic Shell
- 1 cup chocolate chips, any variety (milk, semi-sweet, dark)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, refined or unrefined, adjust to desired consistency
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Start with 2 tablespoons of coconut oil; you can add more later if needed for a thinner consistency.
⏱️ 1 min - 2
Microwave the mixture in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Alternatively, you can melt the mixture in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring constantly until smooth.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
If the mixture is too thick, add an additional 1 to 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, one tablespoon at a time, and stir until fully incorporated and the desired pourable consistency is reached.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Pour the warm Magic Shell over cold ice cream or other frozen desserts. Watch as it instantly hardens into a crisp, delicious shell.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Enjoy your homemade Magic Shell! Store any leftover Magic Shell in an airtight container at room temperature. It will solidify but can be re-melted gently in the microwave or a double boiler when ready to use again.
⏱️ 2 min