Sweet Chocolate Glaze

This is the chocolate glaze I made for my torte yesterday. It is so quick, simple, and versatile. It is a small added touch that can make any dessert more decadent and eye-appealing. And it uses ingredients that you probably have on hand already.

Sweet Chocolate Glaze
1/2 cup icing (confectioners') sugar
2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup warm water (or coffee if you like)
*Or use any amount of sugar and cocoa, following the ratio of sugar to cocoa, 4:1, adding water as needed.

Mix the sugar and cocoa together, than slowly add in the water, stirring constantly. Add as much as needed for desired consistency.

This recipe makes just a small amount, just a touch for a little drizzle over something. Double this amount for a cake or a pan of squares. This can be as thick as an icing, or as thin as a sauce, cater it to your needs.