Easy Hot Fudge Sauce
Indulge in decadence with this Easy Hot Fudge Sauce recipe, a rich and velvety chocolate sauce that's ready in just 15 minutes! Made with simple pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and heavy cream, this recipe delivers a luscious, glossy topping perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or brownies. A touch of light corn syrup ensures a silky texture, while butter and vanilla extract enhance its deep, chocolatey flavor. Ideal for dessert lovers, this homemade hot fudge sauce is quick to prepare, easy to store, and guaranteed to elevate your favorite sweet treats. Perfect for cozy nights or special occasions, this sauce is your answer to creating gourmet desserts at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light corn syrup
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt until well combined.
Add the light corn syrup and heavy cream to the saucepan. Place the pan over medium heat and stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble, about 4-5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the unsalted butter. Continue stirring until the butter has melted completely and the sauce is thick and glossy, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Let the hot fudge sauce cool slightly before serving. It will thicken more as it cools.
Serve warm over your favorite desserts or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.9 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 67 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 180 mg | 4% | |
*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.
