Chocolate Sauce Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, and water until smooth.

2. 2

   Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly for 4–5 minutes until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce thickens slightly.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and whisk in the butter until melted and glossy; whisk in salt.

4. 4

   Return the pan to low heat and simmer for 1–2 minutes to meld flavors.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let the sauce cool slightly; it will thicken as it sits. Serve warm over desserts or refrigerate and rewarm as needed.