Description
This rich and creamy hot fudge sauce recipe is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, brownies, or any dessert needing a decadent chocolate boost. Ready in just 10 minutes, this luscious sauce combines milk chocolate, heavy cream, sugar, and a touch of vanilla for an irresistibly smooth and glossy topping.
Ingredients
Hot Fudge Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 8 ounces milk chocolate chips or chopped milk chocolate
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, 2 tablespoons light corn syrup, 8 ounces milk chocolate chips or chopped milk chocolate, and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter to a medium saucepan.
- Heat and Whisk: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Whisk constantly as the mixture heats and the chocolate melts to ensure the ingredients combine smoothly without burning.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then continue whisking for about 5 minutes until the sauce becomes glossy and slightly thickened, coating the back of a spoon. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
- Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract until fully incorporated, adding depth and aroma to the sauce.
- Serve or Store: Serve the hot fudge warm over your favorite desserts or allow it to cool slightly before transferring it to a heat-safe glass jar for storage.
Notes
- Use milk chocolate chips for easy melting; chopped milk chocolate works well too.
- Whisking constantly prevents the chocolate from scorching and helps achieve a smooth texture.
- The sauce will thicken as it cools but can be gently reheated to restore its pourable consistency.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to two weeks and warm before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
