Easy homemade white chocolate sauce recipe (2024)

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Homemade white chocolate sauce is super easy to make and perfect for pancakes, coffee and more! You are going to love this delicious 3 ingredient white chocolate recipe.

So now I have to confess something. Remember how I made homemade butterscotch and caramel sauce? Yea, well when I was making both of those I also made homemade white chocolate sauce. Phew. I feel so much better. And yes, I really did make three sauces in one day. And yes, I might have been slightly buzzed from sugar the rest of the day. But look! White chocolate sauce!

What is white chocolate sauce?

This sauce is dairy based similar to chocolate sauce, but is made with white chocolate instead. White chocolate is a delicious alternative to classic chocolate and has a unique flavor. This sauce is creamy and is great in white chocolate mochas!

White chocolate sauce ingredients

The reason that I love this white chocolate recipe so much is that you only need a few common ingredients to make it at home. I bet you even have a few at home! You need:

  • Half and half
  • White chocolate
  • Butter

Half and half – You can find this near the milk in the dairy section. You can also use light cream or even whole milk here.

White chocolate – The better the chocolate, the better the chocolate sauce! You will want to use a good quality white chocolate here. I love Ghiradelli white chocolate. You can use white chocolate chips or a chocolate bar.

Butter – I prefer unsalted butter, but salted would work as well.

How to make white chocolate sauce

Once you have all your ingredients you will also need to grab:

  • medium saucepan
  • spoon or spatula
  • airtight container such as a mason jar

Step 1 Simmer the half and half

In your sauce pan, over medium heat, bring the cream to a slight boil. You don’t want it to boil over or become a rolling boil. Once it starts to boil, remove from heat.

Step 2 Add the white chocolate

Add your white chocolate to the hot cream. Stir until smooth. You will have to stir vigorously to make sure that the white chocolate is well combined.

Step 3 Add the butter

After you have the completely combined the white chocolate and cream, add in the butter. The sauce should still be hot so it will slowly melt the butter. Stir to incorporate into the sauce.

Step 4 Pour into container

Allow the white chocolate sauce to cool slightly and then pour it into an airtight container, such as a mason jar. I suggest using a funnel to help pour it into your cotainer.

Step 5 Enjoy

Use your fresh white chocolate sauce to make a white chocolate mocha, pour it over homemade pancakes, or serve with ice cream!

How to store leftovers

You will want to place any leftovers in an airtight container such as a mason jar. Your container will need to be placed in the fridge since it has dairy in it.

Can I freeze it?

I’ve had a few people ask this question and unfortunately, I don’t think you can.

FAQs about white chocolate sauce

-It hardens in the fridge! What do I do?

You can reheat it in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between. You can also reheat in a saucepan on the stove top.

-What is the difference between light cream and heavy cream?

It has to do with the milk fat content. Here is a great reference on the differences.

-Can I use white chocolate chips?

You can! I used white chocolate bark but white chocolate chips should work just fine.

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Easy homemade white chocolate sauce recipe (9)

Yield: 1

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 oz white chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup half and half or light cream
  • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  • Heat the cream on the stove top in small pot.
  • Once it starts to boil, remove from heat and add the butter and chocolate.
  • Whisk until smooth.
  • Let cool and enjoy!
  • Nutrition Information:

    Amount Per Serving:Calories: 1448Cholesterol: 113mgSodium: 255mgCarbohydrates: 140gSugar: 134gProtein: 17g

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    Like this recipe? Be sure to check out my other homemade sauce recipes:

    • Homemade Caramel Sauce
    • Homemade Butterscotch Sauce
    • Iced Caramel Macchiato

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    • White chocolate puppy chow – Your favorite puppy chow (or muddy buddies!) made with white chocolate.
    • White hot chocolate – This is a Starbucks copycat and you can use your homemade white chocolate sauce for it.
    • White chocolate raspberry muffins – These are a family favorite and perfect for grab-n-go breakfasts.
    • Iced white chocolate mocha – Another Starbucks copycat that is super easy to make at home.
    • White chocolate cake batter fudge – A white chocolate twist on the classic fudge recipe.

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    FAQs

    What is white chocolate sauce made of? ›

    WHITE CHOCOLATE SAUCE: Place chocolate in a small bowl. Bring cream to a boil in heavy small sauce pan. Pour cream over chocolate, whisk until smooth. CHOCOLATE SAUCE: In a small heavy saucepan combine the cream and the brown sugar, bring the mixture to a boil over moderately high heat, whisking occasionally.

    How is white chocolate made from scratch? ›

    Unlike milk chocolate and dark chocolate, white chocolate doesn't have cocoa in it - which is why it's white. Real white chocolate is made from cacao butter, the edible fat extracted from a cacao bean. Add in powdered sugar and milk powder and voilà! You've got yourself homemade white chocolate.

    What is the difference between white chocolate sauce and white chocolate syrup? ›

    Consistency: Syrups are liquid and pourable, while sauces are thicker and more viscous. Flavor Intensity: Sauces offer a more concentrated and intense flavor compared to syrups. Texture: While syrups primarily add sweetness, sauces contribute to the creamy texture and visual appeal of beverages.

    What are the basic ingredients of white chocolate? ›

    What Is White Chocolate Made Of? White chocolate is made of cocoa butter, sugar, milk solids, vanilla, and a fatty food additive called lecithin. When you're shopping for white chocolate, check the nutrition label to make sure it includes cocoa butter – some cheaper varieties use vegetable oil.

    What makes white chocolate taste like white chocolate? ›

    White chocolate is coagulated cocoa butter. Cocoa butter is the vegetable oil that comes from cocoa beans. White chocolate has no cocoa powder in it, which is why it tastes the way it does, and why it is white instead of brown like chocolate is.

    What is the best white chocolate? ›

    Akesson's Madagascar White Chocolate 43%

    If you tried craft chocolate or world-famous chocolatier chocolate, it is likely that it came from one of Akesson's cacao plantations. Akesson's Organic Chocolate bars have won a multitude of awards and is regarded as one of the best craft chocolate bars on the market.

    What is added to white chocolate to make it white? ›

    To make white chocolate, you'll need cocoa butter.

    Cocoa butter is the edible vegetable fat from the cocoa bean. If you've ever had really old chocolate sitting around your house and noticed that it started to get some white looking stuff on it, you've likely seen cocoa butter.

    What's the secret to melting white chocolate? ›

    Gentle Heat: Keep the chocolate over low heat while adding the fat, or use a double boiler. The gentle heat will help distribute the added fat and smooth the chocolate evenly. Stir Constantly: Continuously stir the mixture to incorporate the added fat evenly and prevent further seizing.

    What to mix with white chocolate to melt? ›

    A small amount of oil (like vegetable or canola oil) or butter can be added to the white chocolate as it's melting. The oil or butter will help to thin the melting chocolate, creating a perfect consistency for dipping or drizzling. I recommend using 2 teaspoons of oil or butter for every 8 ounces of chocolate.

    Can you melt white chocolate with milk? ›

    You could also use flavorless vegetable oil, warm milk, or warm cream. Make sure that all liquid ingredients are added only if warmed to the temperature of the white chocolate first.

    What is Starbucks white chocolate sauce made of? ›

    TO MAKE THE WHITE CHOCOLATE MOCHA SAUCE

    To the melted chocolate and half-and half, add the evaporated milk and condensed milk. Mix to create a smooth and creamy sauce.

    Is Torani or Ghirardelli better? ›

    Ghirardelli's Chocolate Premium Chocolate Sauce is the best classic chocolate syrup out there and comes in a squeezable bottle for quick squirting on ice cream, desserts, and more. For anyone who loves a richer chocolate flavor, we recommend the Torani Puremade Dark Chocolate Sauce.

    Is white melting chocolate the same as white chocolate? ›

    Are Candy Melts the Same as White Chocolate? Although they look similar to white chocolate, candy melts are in fact not considered real chocolate. The main difference between candy melts and white chocolate lies in one ingredient: cocoa butter.

    What is white chocolate mostly made of? ›

    White chocolate is a confection made of sugar, milk powder, cocoa butter, and often vanilla and lecithin. White chocolate doesn't contain brown cocoa solids (also known as cocoa liquor or cocoa mass), or cocoa powder.

    Is white chocolate made from condensed milk? ›

    White chocolate is believed to have been created in the 1930s, and is a pale, milky solid with light undertones of chocolate flavour. White chocolate is commonly made with powdered or condensed milk and a lot of sugar (up to 55 per cent in some versions).

    What is white chocolate compound made of? ›

    White compound chocolate is essentially a combination of sugar, vegetable fats, milk and emulsifiers. Though it can be enhanced by flavourings, it contains none of the textures, tastes and aromas you get with true chocolate.

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