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Homemade Hot Fudge Recipe

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This homemade hot fudge sauce is a rich, velvety chocolate topping perfect for drizzling over ice cream, brownies, or any dessert craving. Made with simple pantry ingredients and ready in under 15 minutes, this indulgent sauce combines the deep flavor of natural cocoa powder with creamy butter and a touch of vanilla for a luscious finish.

Ingredients

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Hot Fudge Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup natural cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the granulated sugar, natural cocoa powder, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and salt. Whisk continuously to blend all the ingredients smoothly.
  2. Bring to Boil and Simmer: Continue whisking frequently until the sauce comes to a boil. Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently for 5 minutes. The sauce will appear thin at this stage, which is normal and will thicken as it cools.
  3. Add Vanilla and Cool: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly. Allow the hot fudge to cool slightly before serving to reach the perfect dipping consistency.
  4. Storage: Transfer any leftover hot fudge sauce to a tightly sealed container and refrigerate. It can be reheated gently when needed.

Notes

  • Use natural unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich, authentic chocolate flavor.
  • Keep whisking during simmering to prevent burning or sticking.
  • Let the fudge cool to thicken it; it will be thinner when hot but thickens as it cools.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove before serving.

Keywords: Hot Fudge Sauce, Chocolate Sauce, Homemade Fudge, Ice Cream Topping, Dessert Sauce

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