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Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce

Armagnac adds a festive and slightly boozy flavor.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 1/4 cup

Ingredients

6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons Armagnac, Cognac, or other brandy
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine chocolate and butter in medium metal bowl. Place bowl over saucepan of simmering water; stir until melted and smooth. Remove from over water.

    Step 2

    Bring cream to simmer in small saucepan; gently stir into chocolate. Add Armagnac, vanilla, and salt and stir to blend. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cool, cover, and chill. Rewarm over low heat before using.

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