Rich Hot Fudge Sauce
Indulge your sweet tooth with this luscious Rich Hot Fudge Sauce—an easy-to-make classic that’s perfect for elevating any dessert. This decadent recipe combines unsweetened cocoa powder, creamy butter, and rich heavy cream, creating a velvety, chocolatey sauce that’s incredibly smooth and luscious. A splash of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt intensify the flavors, while light corn syrup ensures a perfectly glossy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this homemade hot fudge is a dessert lover's dream, whether drizzled over ice cream, brownies, or fresh fruit. Plus, it keeps well in the refrigerator, making it a versatile, make-ahead treat you'll want to have on hand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light corn syrup
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder and granulated sugar to remove any lumps.
Add the light corn syrup and heavy cream to the saucepan. Whisk until all the ingredients are combined, forming a smooth mixture.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it begins to simmer. This should take about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring frequently, for another 2-3 minutes. The sauce should thicken slightly at this point.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until the butter has melted completely and the sauce is smooth.
Allow the hot fudge sauce to cool slightly before serving. It will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm over ice cream or desserts, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to a week. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.7 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.5 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 304 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 675 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 363.1 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.9 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 291.7 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.
