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February 24, 2017 By Sara 12 Comments

Homemade Magic Shell Recipe

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This recipe for homemade magic shell is an easy ice cream topping that’s SO much better than store bought! Magic shell takes just minutes to make and will please all the kids (and adults!) in your life.

You’ll be amazed at how easy homemade magic shell is to make – all you need is 2 ingredients and 5 minutes!

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Magic shell over vanilla ice cream with rainbow sprinkles.

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There’s nothing better than a bowl of ice cream on a hot day, especially when it’s topped with homemade magic shell! This magic shell ice cream topping is so very simple to make, and it’s doesn’t have any artificial ingredients or preservatives like you might find in a store bought version.

A jar of chocolate magic shell.

How to make homemade magic shell

You’ll need just two ingredients for your magic shell: chocolate and coconut oil. I use semisweet chocolate chips because it’s more of a traditional choice, but you could also use milk chocolate or white chocolate chips if you prefer. The two ingredients are melted together, then simply pour and watch the magic happen!

A pitcher of magic shell being poured over vanilla ice cream.

This homemade magic shell recipe is WAY more delicious than anything you can buy at the store, and it’s simple enough for kids to make! My kids love to help make this ice cream topping, especially when there are sprinkles involved at the end.

Magic shell over scoops of ice cream, topped with rainbow sprinkles.

Magic shell can be stored in the refrigerator or at room temperature. I always re-heat my magic shell for a few seconds in the microwave to liquefy it before I pour it over ice cream, as it tends to solidify during storage.

Adults and kids alike will love this fun and easy ice cream topping. It’s a must-make for summer time!

More fabulous ice cream recipes

  • Tiramisu Ice Cream Cake
  • Banana Split Ice Cream Cake
  • Homemade Raspberry Sauce
  • Blueberry Shortcake
  • Red White & Blueberry Sundae
This recipe for homemade magic shell is an easy ice cream topping that's SO much better than store bought!
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Homemade Magic Shell

This recipe for homemade magic shell is an easy ice cream topping that's SO much better than store bought! 
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate sauce, magic shell
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 161kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil

Instructions

  • Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl. Heat at 30 second intervals until melted.
  • Stir until smooth, then pour over ice cream and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.9mg

 

Filed Under: Dessert Tagged With: Chocolate, Ice Cream

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Comments

  1. Susan E. says

    October 20, 2020 at 12:00 pm

    5 stars
    Just made this and wanted to thank you!! So easy and so dang yummy. I added 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla after the chips and coconut were melted but I am not sure it needed it. It’s definitely good but will try it without the vanilla next time. Thank you also for such a straightforward and easy to remember recipe. Love it and so does the hubby!

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  2. Kathy says

    January 14, 2018 at 8:06 pm

    What if I make to much and have to store it? Can it be stored and if so at room temperature?

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    • Sara says

      January 15, 2018 at 8:47 am

      Yes you can store either in the fridge or room temp and just heat before serving!

      Reply
  3. Nicole says

    June 21, 2017 at 8:44 pm

    How fun is this?! I wish my son was older so I can make this for him! new blogger friend!

    Reply
  4. Stan says

    June 8, 2017 at 11:31 am

    1 star
    I came across this recipe and thought it sounded great! Everything was fine until I added the cocoa powder and vanilla. Now, I have a tiny batch of fudge.

    Reply
    • Sara says

      June 8, 2017 at 11:35 pm

      I’m sorry to hear this didn’t work out for you! If you microwave it in small increments it should loosen up to a pourable consistency.

      Reply
  5. Melissa Novotny says

    February 26, 2017 at 6:27 am

    5 stars
    Hi, Sara! Can’t wait to try this. So do you think peanut butter and/or butterscotch would work, too? I was thinking of the baking chips, but given your advice on milk chocolate, I’m wondering if these would work given they have a softer consistency.

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    • Sara says

      February 26, 2017 at 8:11 am

      I think any chip will work as long as it melts smooth. Some of the chips, especially the generic brands, tend to hold their shape even when heated which would make for a chunky sauce here. So I would try placing a small amount in the microwave or a double boiler and trying to melt them – if they melt and you can stir them smooth, you’re good to go!

      Reply
  6. Beatrice says

    February 25, 2017 at 8:48 pm

    5 stars
    My kids would go crazy for this ice cream! They love anything with sprinkles!

    Reply
  7. Debbie says

    February 25, 2017 at 5:07 pm

    5 stars
    This ice cream looks so festive! I have not heard of that camp before… looks like a good summer option.

    Reply
  8. Sam says

    February 25, 2017 at 10:09 am

    5 stars
    Great idea and easy. The camp looks like something my nephews would really enjoy.

    Reply
  9. Greg says

    February 25, 2017 at 9:56 am

    5 stars
    Cool! Homemade magic shell is a lot of fun!

    Reply

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