Description
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of homemade hot fudge sauce. This decadent chocolate sauce is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, brownies, or pancakes, making it a must-have for any dessert lover!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder over medium heat. Stir until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved, about 3-5 minutes.
- Melt the Chocolate: Add 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips to the saucepan. Continue whisking until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add Butter and Vanilla: Stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until melted, then remove the pan from heat and mix in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
- Serve or Store: Use the hot fudge sauce immediately over your favorite desserts, or let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later use.
Notes
- Reheating: To reheat, gently warm the sauce in a saucepan or microwave, adding a splash of cream if needed to restore consistency.
- Flavor Variations: Consider adding a pinch of sea salt or a splash of espresso for an enhanced flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 1g