Strawberry Hot Fudge Sundae for 4

Instructions:

1. Combine butter, cocoa powder, and sugar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-low heat.
2. Whisk constantly as the butter melts and the sugar incorporates to prevent scorching.
3. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking vigorously.
4. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce is glossy and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Set aside to keep warm.
6. Slice strawberries into uniform quarters and toss with a pinch of sugar; let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
7. Place two sliced strawberries at the bottom of each chilled glass.
8. Scoop two generous balls of vanilla ice cream over the fruit.
9. Top each sundae with warm hot fudge, whipped cream, a maraschino cherry, and toasted almonds.