Hot Fudge Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 cup light corn syrup

• 1/3 cup brown sugar (packed)

• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 6 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate (finely chopped or chips)

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Combine the base ingredients:
   In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, corn syrup, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk until smooth.

2. Heat and simmer:
   Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently.

3. Melt the chocolate:
   Reduce heat to low and add the chocolate. Stir until fully melted and smooth.

4. Add butter and vanilla:
   Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until glossy.

5. Reheat gently in the microwave or stovetop.