Quick Fudge Sauce
Indulge your sweet tooth with this luxurious Quick Fudge Sauce, a silky-smooth dessert topping made in just 10 minutes! Crafted with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and a touch of light corn syrup, this rich sauce is perfectly balanced with heavy cream and a splash of vanilla extract for a decadent depth of flavor. Cooked to glossy perfection in a few simple steps, it’s incredibly versatile—ideal for drizzling over ice cream, brownies, pancakes, or fresh fruit. Whether you’re hosting a special gathering or elevating weeknight desserts, this easy-to-make fudge sauce is your go-to for a quick, homemade chocolate fix. Plus, any leftovers are easily stored and reheated, making it a convenient and irresistible treat anytime!
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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
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar until evenly mixed and there are no lumps.
Stir in the light corn syrup and heavy cream, and place the saucepan over medium heat.
Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it starts to bubble around the edges and the sugar has fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and glossy.
Let the fudge sauce cool slightly before using. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
Store any leftover fudge sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1835 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.7 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.5 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 347 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 318.7 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.9 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 247.3 g | ||
| Protein | 24.0 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 1824 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.
