Bored of the same old bread and toast at breakfast? Want to try something different with your pancakes or waffles? A batch of homemade chocolate butter could change the look of your plate. Most chocolate spreads sold in stores are loaded with sugar and a long list of preservatives, while a spread you whip up yourself stays completely fresh and tastes every bit as good as the ones served at a cafe or restaurant. The best part is that it needs only four ingredients and is ready in a matter of minutes.
What You Will Need
For this recipe you need 100 grams of unsalted butter at room temperature, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence. That short list is all it takes to make a wonderful chocolate butter.
The Step by Step Method
Start by taking the butter out of the fridge and leaving it at room temperature for a while. Only once it has turned nicely soft will the other ingredients blend into it easily, so this first step really matters.
Now place the softened butter in a bowl and add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar on top. Pick up a spoon or a whisk and start beating the mixture well.
Next, pour in the vanilla essence. This is what gives the chocolate butter its lovely aroma and that distinctly cafe-like flavour.
Finally, keep whisking everything for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture turns light and creamy. That is it, your delicious chocolate butter is ready.
Ways to Serve It
Serve this chocolate butter with nuts and waffles. It also works beautifully as a filling for cookies and cakes. Spread it inside a sandwich for a child's lunchbox and they will happily lick their fingers.
Less Sweet and Longer Storage
If you prefer things on the less sweet side, simply cut down the amount of sugar to taste. Store the finished chocolate butter in an airtight container in the fridge, where it keeps comfortably for 7 to 10 days. Made from just four ingredients, this easy recipe is full of flavour and freshness and is bound to become a favourite with children and adults alike.
