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Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe
This hot fudge sauce recipe takes just 10 minutes to make and makes the best hot fudge sauce to spoon over ice cream, cake, cookies, or any other sweet treat!
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Hot fudge sauce recipe uses simple ingredients to create a rich and creamy sauce that you’ll want to pour over all of your desserts! It is so easy and takes 10 minutes to make.
There are so many yummy desserts to enjoy with your hot fudge sauce! Pour it over no churn Cookie Dough Ice Cream, Funnel Cake, Brownie Bottom Cheesecake, and more.
Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe Ingredients
You will need:
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee
- 17-ounce jar marshmallow fluff
PRO TIP: Marshmallow Fluff is a name brand, and if you can’t find that brand, you can pick up a jar of marshmallow creme instead.
Substitutions and Additions
NO INSTANT COFFEE: The instant coffee adds a nice richness and extra flavor to the hot fudge sauce, but if you would rather leave it out, the sauce will still be delicious.
SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK: You’ll find that some hot fudge sauce recipes call for sweetened condensed milk, but in this recipe, that ingredient is not necessary as much of the sweetness comes from the granulated sugar. Marshmallow fluff thickens the sauce at the end of the cooking time.
DARK COCOA: For extra richness, try using dark cocoa powder instead of regular.
How to Make Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe
STEP ONE: Combine all ingredients except for marshmallow fluff in a medium pan.
STEP TWO: Set over medium heat. As the butter starts to melt, whisk together the ingredients until they are smooth.
STEP THREE: When the fudge starts to bubble along the edges, cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring every few seconds.
PRO TIP: Keep a close eye on your mixture, especially when it starts to bubble as you don’t want it to burn to the bottom of your pan.
STEP FOUR: Remove from heat and stir in marshmallow fluff until melted and smooth.
STEP FIVE: Let cool slightly before serving.
PRO TIP: Your sauce may harden when storing in the fridge. Just warm it a bit in the microwave to restore the creamy liquidy texture.
How to Serve Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe
Hot fudge sauce is not only great on top of ice cream, but it can really bring any dessert to a whole new level of deliciousness! try drizzling this hot fudge recipe on top of warm slices of cake or cookies. Add a scoop of ice cream and get ready to enjoy an indulgent, chocolatey dessert. Wash it all down with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee.
Storage
IN THE FRIDGE: Store the hot fudge sauce in an airtight container or a mason jar with a lid. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
IN THE FREEZER: You can freeze this easy hot fudge sauce recipe in a freezer-safe sealed container for up to three months.
Hot fudge sauce recipe takes just minutes of your time and you’ll be ready to spoon the homemade chocolate sauce over ice cream, cake, cookies, or any other sweet treat to make it over-the-top delicious. This simple recipe makes the best hot fudge sauce that you’ve ever had! Keep a jar of this hot fudge sauce recipe in your refrigerator to heat up whenever you decide you want to make your desserts extra delicious.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Could I use regular milk instead of heavy cream?
I think this would work fine. Your hot fudge sauce may be ever so slightly less creamy but still delicious.
How long will this last in the fridge?
This ice cream sauce will last for up to two weeks sealed in an airtight container.
Can I freeze hot fudge?
This easy hot fudge sauce recipe will freeze for up to 3 months.
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Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe
This hot fudge sauce recipe takes just 10 minutes to make and makes the best hot fudge sauce to spoon over ice cream, cake, cookies, or any other sweet treat!
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee
- 17 ounces jar marshmallow fluff
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except for marshmallow fluff in a medium pan.
- Set over medium heat. As the butter starts to melt, whisk together the ingredients until they are smooth.
- When the fudge starts to bubble along the edges, cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring every few seconds.
- Remove from heat and stir in marshmallow fluff until melted and smooth.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
TIP: Marshmallow Fluff is a name brand and if you can’t find that brand, you can pick up a jar of marshmallow creme instead.
TIP: Keep a close eye on your mixture, especially when it starts to bubble as you don’t want it to burn to the bottom of your pan.
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