Dark Fudge Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly rich and decadent dark fudge sauce! Perfect for drizzling over your favorite ice cream (don't forget the salted peanuts!), pound cake, or fresh fruit. But let's be honest, it's also amazing straight from the spoon! This easy recipe comes together in just 16 minutes, creating a luxurious dessert topping or delightful treat on its own. Get ready for chocolate heaven!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 1308.7 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dark Fudge Sauce

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How to Make Dark Fudge Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup heavy cream and ½ cup granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Add 8 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips, 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter, and 2 tablespoons light corn syrup. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for exactly 8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract and ¼ teaspoon sea salt.
  5. Let the sauce cool completely before covering and refrigerating. This prevents condensation from forming and making the sauce grainy. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.
  6. To reheat, gently warm the sauce in a double boiler over simmering water, or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth and heated through. Do not overheat.
  7. Serve warm over ice cream, pound cake, fruit, or enjoy it straight from the spoon!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

474g

Fat

255g

Carbs

48g