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Silky thick hot fudge sauce dripping from the whisk into a bowl.
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Hot Fudge Sauce
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

My Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe is rich, glossy, and deeply chocolatey. Make this easy homemade fudge topping in just 15 minutes.

Servings: 1.5 cups
Author: Gemma Stafford
Ingredients
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz/240 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (2 oz/57 g) Dutch-processed cocoa powder , sifted
  • ¼ cup (1 ½ oz/43 g) dark brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons (1 ¼ oz/35 g) finely chopped bittersweet chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (1 oz/28 g) butter
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions

  1. In a large, microwave safe bowl combine all of the ingredients: cream, cocoa powder, brown sugar, chocolate, granulated sugar, butter, salt and vanilla extract.

  2. Microwave for 2 minutes, then whisk to incorporate.

  3. Microwave for 1 more minute, until the mixture is bubbling and rising up the sides of the bowl. Whisk just until smooth and let cool for five minutes.

  4. Serve warm over ice cream. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks. Re-heat briefly in the microwave before serving.

Recipe Notes
  • Choose a large microwave-safe bowl: the mixture will bubble up as it cooks.
  • Use good-quality chocolate. The chocolate's flavor is crucial in this recipe. Use a high-quality chocolate you'd choose or eat on its own.
  • Sift the cocoa powder. If you see any lumps, sift the cocoa to ensure a smooth sauce.
  • Use Dutch-processed cocoa powder. It gives the fudge sauce a smooth, rich taste. If you prefer a more assertive cocoa flavor, use regular cocoa powder.
  • Whisk to prevent lumps. Whisk the hot fudge sauce with cocoa frequently until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes, for a smooth sauce.
  • Thin with cream. For a thinner sauce, add a splash of warm cream.
  • Don't overcook the hot fudge sauce. Don't worry if it seems a bit thin, because it will thicken as it cools.
  • Cook on the stovetop. If you don't have a microwave, cook the homemade hot fudge sauce in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the chocolate and butter are melted. Take care that the heat isn't too hot, or the mixture could burn.
    • Bring the sauce to a low simmer and cook for another minute, whisking constantly until slightly thickened.
    • Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes before serving.