Best 4 Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce Recipes
Indulge in the decadence of homemade hot fudge sauce, a luscious and versatile treat that elevates desserts to new heights. This rich, chocolatey sauce is crafted with simple ingredients and can be tailored to your desired consistency and sweetness. Whether you prefer a thick, gooey sauce for topping ice cream or a thinner, pourable sauce for drizzling over cakes and brownies, this recipe provides step-by-step instructions to achieve your perfect hot fudge. Additionally, we offer variations for creating a vegan, dairy-free, and even a salted caramel hot fudge sauce, ensuring that everyone can relish in this classic dessert topping.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
BEST HOT FUDGE SAUCE
A friend of my mother-in-law shared this easy recipe with me years and years ago.
Provided by Carla A.
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Dessert Sauce Recipes
Yield 22
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the chocolate chips and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until melted.
- Gradually mix in the sugar and milk. Increase heat to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, for 8 minutes. Remove from heat, and then stir in vanilla and salt. Serve warm. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 105.3 mg, Sugar 33.3 g
HOT FUDGE SAUCE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 25m
Yield 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the sugar, cream, cocoa and butter in a small saucepot over medium heat and cook, stirring, until the butter melts and everything is combined, a few minutes.
- Transfer to a mason jar and store in the refrigerator. It will harden as it cools so when ready to use, simply reheat in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
HOT FUDGE RECIPE
This easy Hot Fudge recipe makes rich, smooth, fudgy, decadent hot fudge sauce in just minutes! Take your ice cream game to the next level with this homemade hot fudge and you'll never buy store bought again! So much better! Yield: 2 cups
Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter and bittersweet baking chocolate (or semisweet chocolate chips) together in a small or medium saucepan over medium low heat, stirring frequently.
- Once the chocolate and butter have melted, slowly whisk in the evaporated milk (or half and half if that's what you're using) until combined.
- Whisk in the granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt until combined.
- Keep over medium low heat, whisking frequently, about 5 to 6 minutes until mixture comes just to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve hot fudge sauce warm over ice cream or allow to cool, transfer to a heat safe jar or container and store in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Sodium 52 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
HOT FUDGE SAUCE II
This is a great hot fudge sauce to use for almost any chocolate dessert. My mom gave me this recipe with a note that said, 'Use this sauce over brownies and vanilla ice cream to make 'Eskimo Pie Delight'. It was a favorite of mine from college.
Provided by Erin Nesbit
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Dessert Sauce Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and cook on high 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until mostly melted. Transfer to a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat and stir in sugar, salt and butter. Stir in cream, a little at a time until smooth. Heat through, without boiling, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 61.2 mg, Sugar 25.2 g
Tips:
- Fresh ingredients matter: Use high-quality, fresh cocoa powder, butter, and cream to ensure the best flavor.
- Temperature control is key: Heat the ingredients slowly and stir constantly to prevent scorching.
- Don't overcook: The sauce should be thick and glossy, but not too thick or sticky.
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help evenly distribute heat and prevent burning.
- Add a little salt: A pinch of salt can help balance the sweetness of the sauce.
- Experiment with different flavors: You can add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or chili powder to create different variations of the sauce.
- Make ahead of time: Hot fudge sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Homemade hot fudge sauce is a delicious and versatile topping that can be used on a variety of desserts, from ice cream to brownies to cheesecake. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, try making your own hot fudge sauce from scratch. You'll be amazed at how easy it is and how delicious it tastes!
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