Prepare to elevate your dessert game with the most decadent, mind-blowingly delicious Hot Hot Fudge Sauce that will make your taste buds dance with pure chocolate ecstasy! Imagine a rich, glossy sauce so irresistible that it transforms ordinary ice cream into a gourmet masterpiece in seconds. Whether you're a chocolate lover, a dessert enthusiast, or someone looking to impress dinner guests, this homemade hot fudge sauce is about to become your secret weapon in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and equipment: a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, whisk, measuring cups and spoons, and a heat-resistant storage container.
- In the saucepan, combine sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well blended and free of lumps.
- Add heavy cream and butter to the dry ingredient mixture. Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly. Allow it to simmer for 3-4 minutes, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately add semi-sweet chocolate chips. Whisk vigorously until the chocolate is completely melted and the sauce is uniform in color and texture.
- Stir in vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to incorporate the flavor throughout the sauce.
- Let the sauce cool for 5 minutes at room temperature. The sauce will thicken slightly as it cools.
- Transfer the hot fudge sauce to a clean storage container. Serve warm over ice cream or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Tips
- • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to ensure even heat distribution and prevent burning • Whisk constantly while cooking to create a smooth, lump-free sauce • Choose high-quality chocolate chips for the most intense flavor • For extra richness, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder • If the sauce becomes too thick when cooling, gently reheat with a splash of cream • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and warm slightly before serving • Pro tip: This sauce makes an amazing homemade gift when packaged in cute glass jars • Experiment with adding a pinch of espresso powder or a dash of cinnamon for a flavor twist
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 35mg
