- 1/2 cup dark corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- 1 ounce bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Cognac or other brandy
- Whisk corn syrup, cocoa and cornstarch in a small saucepan until smooth. Slowly whisk in milk, Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until mixture thickens and comes to a boil, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in chocolate and Cognac. Let cool.