Easy Cake Batter Magic Shell recipe. Made with only 4 ingredients, you can elevate your ice cream with this simple hard shell addition.
I always have my own homemade magic shell on hand. You know, for when the dairy queen dilly bar craving strikes. And a good magic shell on top of some good quality vanilla ice cream is the best substitute for those bars.
This funfetti magic shell makes to perfect topping to your favorite ice cream. It is actually one of my favorite things to make. I think I make a new kind of magic shell every week, just because I love making ice cream sundaes every week for me and my husband. The best part about this easy recipe is that it is ready in no time. If you have 5 minutes, you can have a magic shell ice cream topping that is much better than the store-bought product. Plus, it is tons of fun to use as a topping for birthday cakes, a bowl of ice cream, or your favorite popsicle recipe.
And this Cake Batter Magic Shell might be one of my favorite hard chocolate shell recipes I have made in a long time.
Within about a minute of spooning the homemade magic shell onto the top of an ice cream cake slice, the chocolate hardened to create a crunchy shell – just like magic.
Cake Batter Magic Shell Ingredients
You are only 4 ingredients away from making this easy magic shell recipe. All you need is:
- chocolate chips
- coconut oil
- cake batter flavor
- rainbow sprinkles
Yes. That is the end of the ingredient list. It is THAT easy to make.
What do you do with any leftover magic shell? I have found that the best way to store any leftovers is to pour the magic chocolate shell into a mason jar (or a microwave-safe bowl), cover, and leave at room temperature. Then when you are ready to use it, microwave in 30-second bursts and mix until smooth.
Switch up the chocolate. You can use one kind of chocolate, or a combination of chocolate chip flavors. I have made this with white chocolate, milk chocolate and dark chocolate, and they all taste amazing. It all depends on what you prefer!
What jar of coconut oil do you need for this recipe? It really depends on your preferences. If you like the coconut flavor, you should use virgin coconut oil. If you want the coconut oil to have a more neutral flavor, use refined coconut oil.
How does this magic shell work? It works thanks to the secret ingredient: coconut oil. The high amount of saturated fat that coconut oil has helps this homemade chocolate magic shell harden instantly. This is why you cannot switch out the coconut oil for any other oils.
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If you try this Cake Batter Magic Shell recipe, let me know! Give it a star rating, leave a comment and tag me with #atasteofmadness on Instagram! I always love seeing what you are creating!
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FAQ
Does magic shell work on cake?
What makes magic shell harden?
What is the name of the hard icing on cakes?
What is the best type of icing for cake decorating?
What can I use to make a magic shell?
Our homemade magic shell recipe will work with semi-sweet, milk, dark, and white chocolate. You can also experiment with butterscotch chips and peanut butter chips for other flavors. You can also add 1/4 tsp. of vanilla or 1/8-1/4 tsp. peppermint extract to the melted chocolate shell to add more flavor.
What happens if you put magic shell base on ice cream?
If you put it straight onto ice cream while still warm, it might melt the ice cream. Any leftover magic shell base can be stored in the pantry and re-melted anytime you’re craving ice cream. It will harden into a firm mass, but all you have to do is melt it in the microwave in 30-second bursts.
What are the ingredients in a magic shell?
The only two ingredients are chocolate chips and coconut oil! That means it’s super easy to make when the craving strikes. Let’s take a closer look at what each ingredient does in this magic shell recipe… Chocolate Chips. Firstly, you’ll need chocolate chips (or the same amount of chopped chocolate bars) to make this magic chocolate sauce.
Are magic shells healthy?
The cool part is, this homemade magic shell isn’t just melted chocolate candy and coconut oil. You can actually make chocolate using cacao powder, which is packed with antioxidants, and coconut oil, which is a nourishing fat packed with medium-chain fatty acids. Simply, nourishing, and healthy! What is Magic Shell? How Do I Store Leftovers?