Chocolate Fudge Sauce with Variations
Indulge in the decadence of homemade **Chocolate Fudge Sauce** and elevate your dessert game with this rich, silky recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes! Made with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and heavy cream, this versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or brownies. Customize your creation with delicious variations, from a spiced chocolate twist using cinnamon and cayenne to a salted caramel blend or a refreshing minty upgrade. Designed to be easy and adaptable, this recipe ensures a luscious, glossy texture every time, making it a must-have for any dessert lover. Store leftovers for up to a week and reheat whenever you need a touch of indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups light corn syrup
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt until fully combined.
Add the light corn syrup, heavy cream, and unsalted butter to the saucepan. Place the pan over medium heat.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Once the mixture is smooth, glossy, and begins to thicken, remove it from the heat.
Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until completely melted and the sauce is silky smooth.
Add the vanilla extract and mix well to incorporate. Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness if needed.
Let the sauce cool slightly before serving. It will thicken as it cools.
Serve warm or at room temperature over ice cream, cakes, or other desserts. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2113 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.8 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.0 g | 355% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 646 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 306.5 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.6 g | 166% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 1830 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
