Best 12 Hot Fudge Sauce I Recipes

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Hot fudge sauce is a rich, decadent, and chocolatey sauce that can be used to top a variety of desserts, from ice cream to cakes to brownies. It is also a popular ingredient in milkshakes and other beverages. There are many different recipes for hot fudge sauce, some of which are simple to make and some of which are more complex. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to end up with a delicious and satisfying sauce that will elevate your dessert to the next level.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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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I have a problem with ice cream sauces, whether it's strawberry sauce, caramel sauce, or this hot fudge sauce I'm sharing with you today: I pretty muc

Categories     dessert     main dish

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 c. Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1 c. Sugar
1 c. Heavy Cream
1 stick Salted Butter, Cut Into Pieces
3 tsp. Vanilla

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, gently whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar. Whisk in the cream, then turn the heat to medium and whisk it as it warms up. When the mixture starts to heat up, add the butter and stir it in to melt. Then when the mixture is nice and hot, add the vanilla and stir it to combine. Let the sauce cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a mason jar. Store it in the fridge (it will become solid as it cools).To serve, scoop out the amount you need and place it in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat it for 20 seconds, then stir and heat for another 10 or until the sauce is warm.

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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Put down the jarred sauce and make your own in about 10 minutes.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, roughly chopped
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup or honey
Ice cream, pound cake and/or berries, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Put the chocolate, butter and corn syrup in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30-second increments, stirring, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Serve warm over ice cream, pound cake or berries if using.

15-MINUTE OLD-FASHIONED HOT FUDGE RECIPE



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This rich, old-fashioned-style ice cream topping recipe originally comes from the candy shop at the Old Occidental Hotel in Muskegon, Michigan.

Provided by John Mitzewich

Categories     Dessert     Sauce

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup cocoa powder
2 cups milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and cocoa powder.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, butter, and vanilla. Cook, stirring, until the butter has melted.
  • Add sugar mixture to the milk mixture while constantly whisking.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until thick and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat, transfer the sauce to a bowl, and let it cool completely.
  • Use right away or cover and refrigerate (once refrigerated, it will last for a week).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 kcal, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 30 mg, Sugar 53 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 3 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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"The big chocolate flavor of this heavenly sauce over ice cream and a brownie is sure to satisfy the craving of any sweet tooth," says field editor Priscilla Weaver of Hagerstown, Maryland.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, combine the milk, chocolate and butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until chocolate is melted. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

OLD-FASHIONED HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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This is a very classic hot fudge for all your chocolate whims. Of course it is perfect for ice cream, but consider using it as a sauce over cheese cake ...yum.

Provided by Cathy

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

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
½ cup butter
½ teaspoon salt
3 cups white sugar
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Fill the lower pot of a double boiler half way and bring to a boil. Melt chocolate, butter, and salt together in upper pot. Add the sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring after each addition.
  • Gradually add the evaporated milk, a little at a time and continue stirring until well mixed. Serve hot over ice cream. Extra sauce maybe stored in refrigerator and reheated in microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 14.7 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 93.5 mg, Sugar 26.6 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.

PERFECT HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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This recipe comes from the Nov 2005 issue of Favorite Name Brand Recipes, 'A Passion for Chocolate,' featuring Baker's chocolate.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Sauces

Time 12m

Yield 3 1/2 cups, 28 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package unsweetened baking chocolate
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Microwave chocolate & butter in a large microwaveable bowl on HIGH for 2 minutes, or until butter is melted.
  • Remove from microwave & stir until chocolate is completely melted.
  • Add milk, whipping cream & sugar, stirring until well blended.
  • Microwave 5 minutes or until mixture is thick & sugar is completely dissolved, stirring after 3 minutes.
  • Stir in vanilla.
  • Store in tightly covered container in refrigerator.
  • Reheat just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.2, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 10.6, Sodium 5.8, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 14.6, Protein 1.3

HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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This hot fudge sauce is for the Grilled Banana Splits recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield About 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar and cocoa powder in the top of a double boiler set over briskly simmering water, and whisk to combine. Add the heavy cream and corn syrup, and whisk until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture is hot, thick, and creamy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the chocolate, butter, vanilla, and salt, and stir to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate and butter are melted and the sauce is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Keep warm until ready to serve. Store it in a nonreactive airtight container, refrigerated.

HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Milk/Cream     Chocolate     Dessert     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Vanilla     Birthday     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
a 5-ounce can evaporated milk (about 2/3 cup)
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Finely chop chocolate. In a small heavy saucepan heat evaporated milk and sugar over moderate heat, stirring, until sugar is dissolved.
  • Add chocolate, butter, and corn syrup to milk mixture and continue to cook, stirring constantly, just until smooth. Bring mixture to a boil over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, and gently boil 8 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat and stir in vanilla and salt. Fudge sauce keeps, covered and chilled, 3 weeks. Cool fudge sauce completely before covering (any condensation will make it grainy). Reheat fudge sauce, uncovered, over simmering water in a double boiler.
  • Serve fudge sauce hot over ice cream.

HOT FUDGE SAUCE



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I found this recipe in Betty Crocker's New Christmas Cookbook. It makes about 3 cups of sauce, which can be stored tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to a month.

Provided by truebrit

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Place milk, chocolate chips and sugar in a medium saucepan.
  • Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in butter and vanilla (sauce will thicken while it is cooling).
  • Serve warm over ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.2, Fat 46.5, SaturatedFat 27.8, Cholesterol 43.1, Sodium 167, Carbohydrate 117.5, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 95.4, Protein 12.5

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The type of chocolate you use will greatly affect the taste of your hot fudge sauce. Use a semisweet or bittersweet chocolate that has a cocoa content of at least 60%.
  • Don't overheat the chocolate: Overheating the chocolate can cause it to seize up and become grainy. Heat the chocolate slowly and gently, stirring constantly.
  • Add a pinch of salt: Salt helps to balance out the sweetness of the chocolate and enhance its flavor.
  • Use heavy cream for a richer sauce: Heavy cream will give your hot fudge sauce a thicker, creamier texture. You can also use milk or half-and-half, but the sauce will be thinner.
  • Experiment with different flavors: You can add different flavors to your hot fudge sauce to create unique variations. Try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract, cinnamon, or chili powder.

Conclusion:

Hot fudge sauce is a delicious and versatile dessert topping that can be used on ice cream, brownies, cakes, and more. It's easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients. With these tips, you can make the perfect hot fudge sauce every time.

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