A luscious chocolate sauce perfect for topping desserts or enjoying as a sweet treat.
Combine the sugar and cocoa powder in a saucepan.
Mixing the dry ingredients first ensures a lump-free sauce.
Add the milk and butter to the saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Stirring constantly prevents the sauce from burning.
Once the mixture is smooth and begins to simmer, remove from heat.
Simmering helps meld the flavors together.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Adding vanilla off-heat preserves its delicate flavor.
Serve warm over your favorite dessert or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently to restore the sauce's smooth texture.