Ingredients

2¼cupswater

½cupsugar

pinch of salt

½cupcocoa powder,unsweetened

¼tspvanilla extract,pure

¼cupespresso,freshly brewed

Preparation

In a saucepan, combine half the water, sugar, salt, and cocoa powder, and warm over medium heat.

Bring to a full boil while whisking, then reduce heat to low, and simmer for 30 seconds.

Remove from the heat, and add the vanilla and espresso, and stir.

Stir in the remaining water.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl, and chill in the refrigerator until cold, about an hour.

When chilled, freeze in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Serve and enjoy!