Description
Indulge in the rich and velvety goodness of homemade hot fudge sauce with this easy recipe. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream or adding a decadent touch to your favorite desserts.
Ingredients
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For the Hot Fudge:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream and butter. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is completely melted and the mixture begins to simmer.
- Add the chocolate chips, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth and glossy.
- Reduce the heat and let the fudge sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to thicken slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Serve the hot fudge immediately over ice cream, cakes, or any dessert of your choice.
Notes
- For a richer fudge, use dark chocolate chips or adjust the cocoa powder for a more intense flavor.
- The sauce will thicken further as it cools. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a splash of milk or cream and reheat before serving.
- Store leftover hot fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
