Whiskey Flavored Magic Shell

By cooksalot

Desert for grownups.

Ingredients

• 2 cups dark chocolate pieces
• 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon of your favorite bourbon or rye
• 1/2 teaspoon crunchy sea salt (such as Celtic Sea Salt, sel gris or fleur de sel)
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the chocolate and coconut oil over medium heat. Stir in the bourbon, salt, and spices. Stir constantly until everything is melted and combined, then remove from the heat. If using right away, keep warm until you’ve scooped out your ice cream. If saving for a future dessert, pour the sauce into a sealable container and refrigerate for up to 1 week and then gently reheat before using.
When ready to serve, scoop your favorite ice cream (coffee, caramel, and vanilla are all great) and pour about 1/2 cup warm sauce over the scoop. Allow 20 seconds for the shell to form — you can repeat if desired for a double-thick shell.