Mean Old Hot Fudge
Dive into decadence with this "Mean Old Hot Fudge" recipe—a luscious homemade treat that's as rich as it is indulgent. Crafted with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, heavy cream, and a hint of light corn syrup, this silky chocolate sauce is infused with real vanilla and a pinch of salt to amplify its depth of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy hot fudge is perfect for drizzling over creamy scoops of ice cream, moist slices of cake, or your favorite dessert creations. Whether you're hosting a sundae bar or simply indulging in a sweet moment, this velvety, slightly glossy fudge sauce is a must-have for your dessert repertoire. Make it ahead and store it in the fridge for up to a week—just reheat and enjoy the magic all over again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until fully melted.
Add the unsweetened cocoa powder and whisk until smooth and glossy.
Stir in the granulated sugar, heavy cream, and light corn syrup. Whisk to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat, stirring constantly to ensure the sugar dissolves and the mixture doesn’t scorch. Let it simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, continuing to stir.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Mix well until fully incorporated.
Let the fudge cool slightly before serving. It will thicken as it cools.
Serve warm drizzled over ice cream, cakes, or other desserts. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.7 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.5 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 304 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 663 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.5 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.9 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 231.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| 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.
