Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce
This simple recipe makes a silky-smooth fudge sauce that is irresistible and will quickly become a favorite at home and at dinner parties. It also makes a great gift around the holidays or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 ounces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stove top
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons light corn syrup
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add the chocolate and butter to a small heat-proof bowl and place it over a saucepan of simmering water with the bottom of the bowl just touching the water, and melt the chocolate and butter until velvety smooth.
- In a separate medium saucepan, whisk the powdered sugar, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, corn syrup, vanilla, and heavy cream. Heat until it reaches a low boil, stirring the whole time. Continue cooking and stirring for a couple of minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the chocolate and butter mixture until fully combined.
- Once cooled, store it in the refrigerator.
- Let the hot fudge sauce cool for a few minutes and then transfer it to a small jar.
Notes
If you make this a few days ahead and store it in the refrigerator, heat the hot fudge just until it’s pourable, then serve warm.