How to Make Chocolate From Cocoa Powder

There are hundreds of recipes for chocolate that involve various milks, sugar and cocoa. Some of the more rich chocolate comes from cocoa recipes. You don't have to be a wizard in the kitchen to whip up a batch of this chocolate. Use it to frost brownies, top ice cream or even eat as fudge.

Things You'll Need

• 1 stick butter or margarine
• 4 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
• 6 tbsp. milk
• 1 lb. powdered sugar
• 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• Chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Place 1 stick of butter in a medium saucepan.

2. Add 4 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder and 6 tbsp. milk. Bring all to a rolling boil over medium high heat.

3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add 4 cups of powdered sugar. Mix until the sugar is well blended. If you don't want lumps in your chocolate, sift the powder sugar first.

4. Stir in 1 tsp. vanilla and chopped walnuts or any type of nut.

5. Spoon the chocolate over ice cream or spread on warm brownies.

Tips & Warnings

• Choose a dark cocoa powder for a richer chocolate.

• Add more powdered sugar for a thicker consistency and pour into a buttered casserole, allow it to set and then cut into fudge squares.

• Store in an airtight container. Chocolate may be frozen for up to 6 months and will maintain its flavor.