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Homemade Magic Shell Recipe

Homemade Magic Shell Recipe

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Total Time: 7 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Melted
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This homemade magic shell is a quick, two-ingredient recipe that creates a glossy chocolate shell that hardens instantly on ice cream. Made with dark chocolate and coconut oil, it’s smooth, rich, and irresistibly satisfying.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 5 oz dark chocolate (60% cacao), bittersweet chocolate or dark chocolate chips
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Place dark chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
  2. Heat in 20–30 second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt over low heat using a double boiler.
  3. Stir well to combine until glossy.
  4. Cool slightly before pouring into a clean jar or bottle.
  5. Drizzle over cold ice cream and watch it harden into a chocolate shell within seconds.

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
  • Do not refrigerate; store at room temperature.
  • If it solidifies, microwave for 10–15 seconds to soften.
  • Add extracts like peppermint or vanilla for fun flavor variations.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg