Heart-Healthy Classic Hot Fudge Sauce
Indulge guilt-free with this **Heart-Healthy Classic Hot Fudge Sauce**, a lighter twist on the beloved dessert topping. Made with unsweetened cocoa powder, chopped dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), and your choice of granulated stevia or monk fruit sweetener, this recipe delivers rich chocolatey decadence without the added sugar or heavy cream. Thickened with cornstarch and skim milk, this velvety sauce is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, or fresh fruit. An optional dash of instant espresso powder enhances the bold cocoa flavor, while a splash of vanilla extract adds a touch of warmth. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy and healthier hot fudge sauce can be stored for up to a week, making it your go-to topping for any dessert. Perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a balanced, **low-sugar dessert sauce**!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cup granulated stevia or monk fruit sweetener
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1.5 cups skim milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ounces dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, sift together the unsweetened cocoa powder and cornstarch to eliminate any clumps.
Gradually whisk in the skim milk, a little at a time, to create a smooth mixture.
Add the granulated stevia or monk fruit sweetener and stir to combine the ingredients.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, continuously whisking, until the mixture begins to bubble and thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped dark chocolate, stirring until completely melted and the sauce is smooth and shiny.
Stir in the vanilla extract and, if using, the instant espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm over ice cream, pancakes, or any dessert of your choice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
825 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 163 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.5 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.2 g | 176% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.8 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 668 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 25.9 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 2856 mg | 61% | |
*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.
