Chocolate Syrup

Ingredients:

• 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
• 1½ cups granulated white sugar
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1-tablespoon pieces
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Setup double boiler and melt chocolate in top bowl.
2. Add Sugar, Butter, and Cocoa powder.
3. Simmer and stir regularly for about 15 minutes (until everything comes together, should be gritty, but if left still butter will pool a little).
4. Add Heavy Cream, stir continuously for 10 minutes and gradually add the vanilla.
5. Remove from double boiler and consume.