WW DARK CHOCOLATE SAUCE

8-oz bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped

1 cup water

pinch salt

3/4 tsp vanilla extract

Fill a medium saucepan with 1 1/2-inches water and set over medium-low heat; bring to a slow simmer.

Combine chocolate, water and salt in a medium bowl and set over the saucepan; whisk until the chocolate mixture is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove bowl from the saucepan, whisk in the vanilla extract. Use immediately or cool to room temperature. Cooled sauce may be transferred to a covered container and refrigerated for up to 1 month. Stir well to serve chilled or gently reheat.

Yield: 2 cups

Per serving of 2 1/2 tablespoons: 88 Calories, 6 g fat (4 g sat), 25 mg sodium, 10 g carbs, 1 g fiber, 1 g protein, 10 mg calcium

WW Points 2 

Note: to make a deep dark mocha-flavored sauce, substitute 1 cup of strong brewed coffee for the water.

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