Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform your dessert game forever! This Baked Fudge with Rum Sauce is not just another chocolate treat - it's a rich, sinful experience that combines the deep, intense flavors of chocolate with a tantalizing rum-infused sauce that will make your taste buds dance with pure delight. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to an extraordinary dessert, this recipe promises to be your new obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup rum
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt to ensure there are no lumps and ingredients are well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the fudge tough.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform baking.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The fudge is done when the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- While the fudge is baking, prepare the rum sauce by combining the rum with 2 tablespoons of sugar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Remove the fudge from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. The fudge will continue to set as it cools.
- Drizzle the warm rum sauce over the slightly cooled fudge just before serving. For best results, serve warm or at room temperature.
- Cut into 8 equal squares and garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.
Tips
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for the most intense chocolate flavor
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense fudge
- Check your fudge early - ovens can vary, so start checking around 25 minutes
- Use room temperature eggs for smoother batter incorporation
- Let the fudge cool slightly before adding rum sauce to prevent immediate absorption
- For extra richness, consider using dark rum instead of standard rum
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a classic pairing
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 95mg
