Easy Microwave Hot Fudge Topping
Indulge in decadence with this Easy Microwave Hot Fudge Topping, a rich and velvety dessert sauce that comes together in just 5 minutes! Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or brownies, this quick homemade recipe uses pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract to deliver an intensely chocolatey flavor. Made in the microwave, this shortcut method saves time without compromising on that luscious, glossy finish we all love in classic hot fudge. With its smooth, creamy texture and customizable options—choose heavy cream for richness or milk for a lighter twist—this versatile recipe is bound to become your go-to for elevating any dessert. Perfect for busy nights or last-minute sweet cravings, this microwave hot fudge is as effortless as it is indulgent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 half-cup Heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a microwave-safe medium bowl, combine unsweetened cocoa powder and granulated sugar.
Add the heavy cream (or milk) to the bowl and stir until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
Microwave the mixture on high for 1 minute, then stir well.
Add the unsalted butter to the bowl and microwave for another 1 minute. Stir the mixture again until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
Continue microwaving the mixture in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy (this usually takes an additional 1-2 minutes). Be cautious not to overcook, as the fudge can burn quickly.
Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Let the hot fudge cool slightly before serving. The mixture will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm over ice cream, cakes, or any dessert of your choice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, reheating before use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1824 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.7 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.1 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 330 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 223 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.5 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 207.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 258 mg | 5% | |
*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.
