Made-From-Scratch Chocolate Sauce

Recipe #CS01

A homemade chocolate sauce can add a gourmet touch to almost any dessert. This particular recipe is simple, easy, and delicious.

Things you'll need

• Small/medium saucepan (A nice saucepan is a handy addition to any kitchen. Here is a great article on how to pick out an excellent saucepan. 
• Wisk
• Wood or metal stirring spoon (remember you shouldn't use metal utensils with non-stick cookware)
• Glass jar or other storage container

Ingredients

• 1/2 Cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1 Cup sugar
• 1 Cup water
• 2 t vanilla
• Pinch of salt

Preparation

• In your saucepan, whisk cocoa and sugar until blended.
• Continue mixing and add water and salt until well blended.
• Cook over medium heat, bring to a slow boil. Stir continuously to avoid scalding. Boil until sauce begins to thicken.
• Remove from heat and allow to cool.
• Add vanilla.
• Pour into airtight container for storage. Keep refrigerated.