Dairy-Free Classic Hot Fudge Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this **Dairy-Free Classic Hot Fudge Sauce**, a perfect dairy-free twist on the timeless dessert topping. Made with creamy full-fat coconut milk, coconut oil, and the deep, chocolatey richness of unsweetened cocoa powder, this luscious sauce is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and a touch of brown sugar for the perfect balance of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for drizzling over dairy-free ice cream, fresh fruit, or even baked goods. Simple, allergen-friendly, and utterly irresistible, this recipe offers a thick and glossy homemade alternative to store-bought options—and it’s naturally vegan and gluten-free too! Whether served warm or cooled, this indulgent treat is a dessert lover’s dream.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Coconut milk (full fat)
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk and coconut oil. Heat over medium heat until the coconut oil is melted and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder, maple syrup, brown sugar, and salt until well combined.
Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to gently simmer. Do not allow it to come to a rolling boil.
Once simmering, let the sauce cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the hot fudge sauce to cool slightly before serving. It will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm over your favorite dairy-free ice cream or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Reheat gently in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave in short intervals, stirring frequently.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1890 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 129.9 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.2 g | 531% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 646 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.8 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.9 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 151.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 23.2 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 2499 mg | 53% | |
*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.
