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easy chocolate sauce for ice cream and brownies

Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 1 cup
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Easy to make in just minutes, this homemade hot fudge sauce is rich, chocolatey, and the perfect addition to your ice cream sundaes, brownies, and more!

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup brown sugar packed
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 oz dark chocolate finely chopped
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • In a medium pot, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Then whisk in your cream
  • Place over medium heat and cook, whisking frequently, until the mixture comes to a gentle simmer and the sugar is fully dissolved. The sauce will start to thin and get dark and shiny before it simmers
  • Let it simmer for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally
  • Remove the pan from the heat and immediately stir in the butter. Once the butter has been completely stirred in, add in your chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth and fully melted
  • Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined
  • Transfer to a jar and allow the sauce to cool for about 5–10 minutes before serving. As it cools, it will thicken to the perfect fudgy consistency
  • To reheat, either add to a pot and stir until loosened or microwave for 5-10 second intervals, stirring until you’ve reached your desired consistency
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