Description

This chocolate gravy recipe is a charmingly unconventional dish, combining the rich flavors of cocoa powder, sugar, and butter to create a velvety, chocolate-infused topping that pairs beautifully with warm, fluffy biscuits. It embodies the warmth and tradition of Southern hospitality and is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a nostalgic snack.

Ingredients

Scale

1/4 cup cocoa powder
3/4 cup sugar
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla (optional)

Pinch of salt

Instructions

In a saucepan, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, and salt.
Slowly whisk in milk until smooth.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick.
Remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla.
Serve warm over biscuits, pancakes, or waffles.

Notes

Can be stored in fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat with a splash of milk.

Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Category: Breakfast/Brunch, Dessert, Sauce
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Southern American

Keywords: Chocolate gravy, Southern cuisine, breakfast recipe, dessert sauce, homemade gravy, cocoa recipe, biscuits, pancakes, Southern cooking