Magic Shell – the chocolate topping that hardens on cold things like ice cream – was my favorite ice cream topping growing up. As my kids and I have been rocking my homemade Paleo Ice Cream it was a must-have to create. I included two ways to create it, depending on what ingredients you have on hand and prefer. Both ways only take 5 minutes and do an amazing job jazzing up ice cream. Hooray for easy childhood favorites remade!

Paleo Magic Shell Topping
Ingredients
Option 1
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
Option 2
- 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
Option 1
- Combine all three ingredients in a bowl or jar, stirring until combined.
- Enjoy on top of ice cream or other frozen treats. Hardens within a few seconds of topping.
- Store in a sealed jar in the pantry for up to a month.
Option 2
- Combine dairy-free chocolate chips and coconut oil in a glass or other microwave-safe jar. Microwave for 1 minute.
- Stir well until melted. If still not all the way melted, microwave another 30 seconds if needed.
- Enjoy on top of ice cream or other frozen treats. Hardens within a few seconds of topping.
- Store in the fridge and microwave in 30 second intervals to reheat until melted.
Notes
Amazing on top of my Paleo Chocolate or Vanilla Ice Cream or Paleo Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream - so good!
Super simple and works perfectly!
This WORKS and tastes great! My wife loves magic shell on ice cream and this works just like the real thing!
I’m so happy this one fit the bill and was enjoyed. So easy and delicious, thank you!
I made this today and it worked wonderfully! Quick, easy, and tasted great!
Fabulous! I’m so glad it was enjoyed, thank you!