Simple Hot Fudge Topping
Indulge your sweet tooth with this velvety and rich Simple Hot Fudge Topping, the ultimate crowning touch for any dessert. Made with just six pantry-friendly ingredients—like unsalted butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and heavy cream—this recipe comes together in only 15 minutes, making it perfect for last-minute dessert transformations. The fudge is thickened to glossy perfection on the stovetop and elevated with a hint of pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for depth. Pour it warm over ice cream, brownies, or fresh fruit for an unforgettable treat, or store leftovers for up to a week to enjoy again and again. This silky homemade hot fudge is a must-try for chocolate lovers craving a decadent, easy-to-make topping!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once melted, whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth.
Add the granulated sugar and heavy cream to the saucepan, and stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat while whisking continuously.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the hot fudge is thickened and glossy.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Allow the hot fudge to cool slightly before serving warm. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.4 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.0 g | 475% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 228 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 85.7 g | 306% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 48.0 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 38.1 mg | 212% | |
| Potassium | 3633 mg | 77% | |
*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.
