Description
This Easy Hot Fudge Sauce recipe delivers a rich, smooth, and indulgent chocolate topping perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or desserts. Made with simple ingredients like semisweet chocolate chips, heavy cream, cocoa powder, and butter, it’s a quick stovetop recipe that yields a luscious sauce full of deep chocolate flavor with a hint of vanilla.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture
- 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips (Can substitute with dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor)
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream (Can use half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder (Enhances the chocolate flavor)
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar (Balances the bitterness of cocoa)
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter (Adds richness and smoothness)
Flavoring
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract (Enhances the overall flavor)
- 1 pinch Salt (Elevates the flavors)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients to ensure a smooth and efficient cooking process without interruptions.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add the semisweet chocolate chips, heavy cream, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter. Stir them together so they start to blend evenly.
- Heat the Mixture: Place the saucepan over low to medium heat. Stir continuously to prevent any of the ingredients from sticking or burning while they begin to melt together.
- Melt and Smooth: Keep stirring for about 5 to 7 minutes until the chocolate chips have fully melted and the sauce is uniformly smooth and glossy.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract along with a pinch of salt to enhance the overall taste.
- Cool Slightly and Serve: Let the hot fudge sauce cool a little bit before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or left to come to room temperature depending on your preference.
- Store Leftovers: Transfer any leftover sauce into an airtight container and refrigerate. It will keep well for up to two weeks. Reheat gently before using again.
Notes
- Using half-and-half instead of heavy cream will lighten the sauce but may affect richness.
- For a stronger chocolate flavor, substitute semisweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips.
- Make sure to stir continuously while heating to prevent scorching and to achieve a smooth texture.
- Store the sauce in the refrigerator and reheat it gently in a microwave or over low heat to avoid burning.
- This sauce pairs wonderfully with ice cream, brownies, pancakes, or fruit.
