The Best Hot Fudge
Indulge in pure decadence with *The Best Hot Fudge*, a rich and velvety dessert sauce that’s as easy to make as it is luxurious. This homemade recipe combines unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and light corn syrup for the perfect balance of sweetness and depth, while heavy cream and butter create a luscious, silky texture. A hint of vanilla extract and a subtle pinch of salt elevate the flavors to perfection. Ready in just 15 minutes, this hot fudge is ideal for drizzling over ice cream, brownies, or fresh fruit—or simply enjoying by the spoonful. Perfect for any dessert lover, it’s an irresistible, glossy topping guaranteed to take your treats to the next level. Store leftovers (if there are any!) in the fridge for a week of indulgent desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
- 0.75 cup Heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder and granulated sugar until well combined.
Add the light corn syrup, heavy cream, and unsalted butter to the saucepan. Place the saucepan over medium heat.
Stir the mixture constantly as the butter melts and the ingredients combine. Keep stirring until the mixture begins to simmer gently.
Once the hot fudge begins to simmer, reduce the heat to low and continue stirring for 3-5 minutes. The sauce will thicken as it cooks.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Mix well to combine.
Allow the hot fudge sauce to cool slightly before serving. It will thicken further as it cools.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2239 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.7 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.5 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 304 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 318.7 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.9 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 247.3 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.
