The Only Hot Fudge Sauce Youll Ever Need Ready in Minutes

Instructions:

1. Combine the butter in a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat and melt until just foamy.
2. Whisk in the granulated sugar and cocoa powder. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and fragrant (blooming the cocoa).
3. Slowly whisk in the water until the mixture is completely uniform. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring often, and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking continuously. Bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer.
5. Remove the pan from the heat immediately. Add the chocolate chips and the flaky sea salt. Let stand undisturbed for 2 minutes to allow the chocolate to soften.
6. Whisk gently, starting from the centre and working your way out, until the sauce is completely smooth, glossy, and fully emulsified.
7. Stir in the vanilla extract.
8. Transfer the sauce to a storage jar. The sauce will thicken significantly as it cools. Serve warm or at room temperature over your favourite dessert.