1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup water
2 tbsp orange liqueur
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Combine sugar and cocoa in a saucepan; stir well. Add water, stirring
until smooth. Add liqueur and corn syrup; stir well. Place over
medium heat; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat;
stir in vanilla. Pour into a bowl; cover and chill. (per tablespoon:
46 calories, 0. 3g fat, 6% calories from fat)
Recipe By : Cooking Light, Guilt-Free Desserts
Servings: 14 servings
Chocolate Orange Sauce Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Chocolate; Dessert; Fruit; Sauce
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