Ingredients

• Granulated sugar - 2 cups
• Unsweetened cocoa powder - ½ cup
• Whole milk - 1 cup
• Unsalted butter - ¼ cup
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/8 teaspoon

Instructions

1. 1.

   In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, cocoa powder, whole milk, and salt.

2. 2.

   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.

3. 3.

   Continue boiling without stirring until the mixture reaches 234°F (112°C) on a candy thermometer.

4. 4.

   Remove from heat and add unsalted butter and vanilla extract. Do not stir.

5. 5.

   Let the mixture cool to 110°F (43°C).

6. 6.

   Beat the mixture with a wooden spoon until it thickens and loses some of its gloss.

7. 7.

   Pour into a greased 8-inch square pan and let cool completely.

8. 8.

   Cut into squares and serve.

Nutritional Facts