Best 9 Best Hot Fudge Sauce Recipes

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In the realm of decadent desserts, hot fudge sauce reigns supreme. Its rich, velvety texture, deep chocolate flavor, and irresistible aroma have captivated taste buds for generations. Whether you're drizzling it over a scoop of ice cream, using it as a filling for cakes and pastries, or simply savoring it by the spoonful, hot fudge sauce is a true culinary delight. Its versatility extends beyond the realm of sweets, as it can also be used as a savory glaze for meats and vegetables, adding a touch of sweetness and depth of flavor to your dishes. In this article, we will take you on a culinary journey to discover the best hot fudge sauce recipe, tantalizing your taste buds and leaving you craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BEST HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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The Best Hot Fudge Sauce is easy to make and beats store bought options. It turns out thick, gooey, fudgy and delicious-perfect every time!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup salted butter
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2/3 cup milk chocolate chips
2 cups granulated sugar
12 ounce can evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan combine butter, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, sugar, and evaporated milk. Stir to combine over medium-low heat.
  • Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat to low and continue simmering for 7 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat and add vanilla.
  • Pour the mixture into a blender and blend the mixture for 2 whole minutes.
  • Serve immediately or pour into a heat safe airtight container to store.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 146 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 53 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 21 g

HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/3 cup light corn syrup
Pinch of kosher salt
8 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate (or a combination), chopped
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine the heavy cream, butter, brown sugar, corn syrup and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, whisking. Add the chocolate and cocoa powder, reduce the heat to low and cook, whisking, until the chocolate is melted and the sauce is smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Whisk in the vanilla. Let cool 10 minutes before serving. To store, let cool completely, then cover and refrigerate up to 2 weeks; reheat before serving.

BEST HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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A friend of my mother-in-law shared this easy recipe with me years and years ago.

Provided by Carla A.

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Dessert Sauce Recipes

Yield 22

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup butter
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 ⅔ cups evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the chocolate chips and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until melted.
  • Gradually mix in the sugar and milk. Increase heat to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, for 8 minutes. Remove from heat, and then stir in vanilla and salt. Serve warm. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 105.3 mg, Sugar 33.3 g

HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups sugar
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups dark cocoa powder
2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar, cream, cocoa and butter in a small saucepot over medium heat and cook, stirring, until the butter melts and everything is combined, a few minutes.
  • Transfer to a mason jar and store in the refrigerator. It will harden as it cools so when ready to use, simply reheat in a saucepan over medium-low heat.

HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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This recipe for a classic hot fudge sauce came to The Times in 2004, from Kay Rentschler. "A well-constructed homemade hot fudge sauce moves forward with dark smoky accents and arrives with plenty of chew," she wrote. Here, bittersweet chocolate and high-fat Dutch process cocoa bring that smokiness, while heavy cream, butter and sugar mellow it out. It's a perfect contrast to the milky sweetness of a sundae loaded with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream.

Provided by Kay Rentschler

Categories     condiments, ice creams and sorbets, dessert

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup light brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate in small pieces
1 1/4 cups sifted high-fat Dutch-process cocoa like Valrhona, Pernigotti or Droste (sift, then measure)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, combine cream, butter, sugars and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Simmer 45 seconds. Add chocolate, and whisk to dissolve. Remove from heat, add cocoa, and whisk until no lumps remain.
  • Return pan to low heat, and simmer sauce until glossy, whisking constantly, 20 seconds. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla. Serve warm. To reheat sauce, warm in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Do not boil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 571, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 26 grams, Sodium 137 milligrams, Sugar 44 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SUE'S HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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Decadent thick and delicious hot fudge sauce. Simple to make and so much better than store-bought!

Provided by Lisa Kreft

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Dessert Sauce Recipes

Time 11m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3 cups white sugar
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine butter, cocoa, sugar and evaporated milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and boil for 7 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Carefully pour hot mixture into a blender and blend for 2 to 4 minutes. Serve immediately. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.9 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 107.2 mg, Sugar 39.9 g

HOMEMADE HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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This homemade hot fudge tastes delicious on our Ice Cream Sundae Trifle.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 cups superfine sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk
Pinch of coarse salt

Steps:

  • Melt the chocolate and butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Alternately add sugar and milk in two additions; whisk to combine. Add salt and continue whisking until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Serve warm.

NO GUILT HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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Per the Galloping Gourmet (Graham Kerr) this makes a thick rich sauce and he's right on with this description. The sauce thickens well, with a nice gloss and remains pourable even when chilled. I've made numerous batches of this recipe to dip strawberries and orange slices and to top that boring fat-free frozen yogurt. Truth be know, I often sneak a spoonful straight-up while browsing the fridge. ;-)

Provided by SusieQusie

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/4 cups, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon instant coffee crystals
1/4 cup Splenda granular, granular kind not packets
1 pinch salt
1 cup 2% evaporated milk (low fat, not condensed milk!)
1 tablespoon chocolate chips (cinnamon & raspberry chips are good also)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, whisk together the cocoa, coffee crystals, Splenda and salt.
  • Gradually add the milk and stir over medium-low heat until smooth.
  • Simmer 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Add the chocolate chips, stirring until melted.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
  • Store in the refrigerator. (Store? Is he kidding? I eat it right out of the pan, with a spoon!).
  • * Serving size = 1 tablespoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5.3, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 8.1, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.2

RICH HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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I've made this scrumptious topping since the early 1980s. It always turns out smooth and yummy. The dark chocolate flavor, with a hint of rum extract, is not overly sweet but will still satisfy a chocoholic's cravings. -Carol Hanihan, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup butter, cubed
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup baking cocoa
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
Pinch salt
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 teaspoons rum extract

Steps:

  • Place butter and cream in a heavy saucepan; cook and stir over medium-low heat until butter is melted. Add sugars; cook and stir until dissolved, 3-4 minutes., Add cocoa, corn syrup and salt; cook and stir until blended, about 3 minutes. Stir in chocolate until melted. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir until mixture reaches desired thickness, 10-15 minutes., Remove from heat; stir in extracts. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

- Before starting, ensure all your ingredients and equipment are ready. - Use a double boiler to ensure the chocolate melts smoothly and evenly without burning. - Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich and intense chocolate flavor. - Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness and enhance the chocolate flavor. - Use heavy cream instead of milk for a thicker and creamier sauce. - If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add more sugar or honey to taste. - For a thicker sauce, simmer for a longer time, stirring constantly. - For a thinner sauce, add a little milk or water until you reach the desired consistency. - Serve the hot fudge sauce immediately over ice cream, brownies, or other desserts. - Store any leftover sauce in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Incorporating these comprehensive tips and following the detailed recipes provided in the article will empower you to create a delectable hot fudge sauce that tantalizes taste buds and elevates your desserts to new heights of indulgence. From the classic simplicity of a basic hot fudge sauce to the decadent richness of a chocolate ganache sauce, these recipes offer a range of options to suit every palate and occasion. So don your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you and your loved ones savoring every luscious spoonful of hot fudge sauce.

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