---
title: Rich Chocolate Sauce
tags:
    - ../DietaryType.yaml
cookingTime: 10 minutes
servings: 4
difficulty: Easy
category: Dessert Components
calories: 200
chef: Maria Green
restrictions: Vegetarian
allergens: Dairy
relatedRecipes:
    - '../Chocolate Lava Cake.md'
---

# Rich Chocolate Sauce for Lava Cake

## Ingredients
- 100g dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 100ml heavy cream
- 30g unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt

## Instructions
1. Chop chocolate into small pieces
2. Heat cream until just simmering
3. Pour hot cream over chocolate
4. Let stand for 1 minute
5. Stir until smooth
6. Add butter and vanilla
7. Mix until glossy

## Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for best results
- Can be made ahead and reheated
- Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Warm slightly before serving 
