Gramma Connie's Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe

Indulge in Gramma Connie's decadent Hot Fudge Sauce – a ridiculously easy 5-ingredient recipe that's ready in just 15 minutes! This luxuriously smooth, intensely chocolatey sauce is the perfect topping for ice cream, cakes, brownies, or anything your heart desires. Made with pantry staples, this recipe creates a luscious hot fudge that tastes like liquid chocolate fudge! Stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a month (though it'll likely disappear long before then!). Get ready to experience pure chocolate bliss!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 192.6 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Gramma Connie's Hot Fudge Sauce

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How to Make Gramma Connie's Hot Fudge Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter and 12 ounces (2 cups) semi-sweet chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  2. Once melted, stir in 1 (12-ounce) can of evaporated milk and 1/2 cup powdered sugar.
  3. Mix thoroughly until completely smooth and combined.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to boil gently for 8 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  7. Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving warm over your favorite dessert or storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later use.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

82g

Fat

33g

Carbs

8g

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