Rich and Creamy Hot Fudge Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover's delight with this "Rich and Creamy Hot Fudge Sauce" recipe, perfect for drizzling over ice cream, brownies, or any dessert that craves a decadent touch. Made with a luxurious blend of unsweetened cocoa powder, semisweet chocolate, and heavy cream, this homemade fudge sauce achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and depth. A hint of dark brown sugar adds a caramel-like richness, while a dash of vanilla extract rounds out the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy stovetop recipe delivers a silky-smooth texture and glossy finish that rivals any store-bought topping. Plus, it’s simple to store and reheat, making it an ideal make-ahead treat for dinner parties or late-night cravings. Upgrade your dessert game with this versatile and velvety hot fudge sauce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.333 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup light corn syrup
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth and no lumps remain.
Add the granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, heavy cream, light corn syrup, and salt to the pan.
Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped semisweet chocolate or chocolate chips.
Let the chocolate sit for 1 minute to melt, then whisk until the sauce is smooth and glossy.
Stir in the vanilla extract for added depth of flavor.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving, or transfer it to an airtight container for storage in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.2 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.8 g | 559% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 749 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 510.4 g | 186% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.4 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 443.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.1 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 265 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 22.4 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 1854 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.
