CopyCat Magic Shell Ice Cream Topping
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A homemade chocolate topping that hardens into a crisp shell when poured over cold ice cream. Made with chocolate chips, butter, and oil, it's a quick copycat of the classic Magic Shell.
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Ingredients
- 1 - 6 ounce package chocolate chips
- 1/2 stick butter or margarine
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
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Step 1.
Set up a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bowl's bottom doesn't touch the water. Add the chocolate chips and butter to the bowl. Stir gently with a spatula or spoon until completely melted and smooth, about 3–5 minutes; the mixture should be glossy with no lumps.
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Step 2.
Remove the bowl from the heat and add the oil. Stir well until the oil is fully incorporated and the mixture is uniform and shiny. Let it cool for a minute or two before using; it should be warm but not hot.
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Step 3.
To serve, dip scoops of ice cream into the warm chocolate mixture or spoon it over the top. It will quickly harden into a crisp shell as it hits the cold ice cream. Use immediately; if the mixture thickens, reheat briefly over the double boiler.
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