The Best Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this decadent, calorie-rich hot fudge sauce – a treasured family recipe passed down from a German grandmother who believed in uncompromising flavor! Rich, creamy, and intensely chocolatey, this sauce is the perfect topping for ice cream, cakes, pies, and more. Get ready for a taste of pure indulgence!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 177.2 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for The Best Hot Fudge Sauce

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How to Make The Best Hot Fudge Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and butter. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.
  3. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage (238°F on a candy thermometer).
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  5. Serve warm over your favorite desserts: ice cream, cakes, pies, brownies – the possibilities are endless!
  6. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Makes a wonderful homemade gift!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

82g

Fat

19g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Best Hot Fudge Sauce?

The Best Hot Fudge Sauce takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Best Hot Fudge Sauce?

The Best Hot Fudge Sauce has approximately 177.2 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Best Hot Fudge Sauce?

The key ingredients for The Best Hot Fudge Sauce are Cocoa, Granulated Sugar, Water, Light Corn Syrup, Cream, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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