Description
This Hot Fudge Recipe is a rich, velvety sauce perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or any dessert craving. Made with unsalted butter, cocoa powder, sweetened condensed milk, and finished with vanilla extract, it comes together quickly on the stovetop for a luscious, homemade treat.
Ingredients
Hot Fudge Sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup whole milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until fully liquid and slightly bubbling.
- Add cocoa powder: Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and fragrant.
- Incorporate sweetened condensed milk: Gradually pour in the sweetened condensed milk while continuously stirring. Cook the mixture until it thickens slightly, ensuring it does not burn or stick.
- Add milk or cream and simmer: Slowly add the whole milk or heavy cream while stirring. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and maintain for 2-3 minutes to develop a creamy texture.
- Finish with flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness and enhance flavor.
- Serve warm: Spoon the hot fudge sauce warm over your favorite desserts such as ice cream, brownies, or cakes.
Notes
- For extra richness, use heavy cream instead of whole milk.
- Store leftover fudge sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently before serving.
- If the sauce thickens too much upon cooling, add a splash of milk when reheating to loosen it.
- Adjust the pinch of salt based on your taste preference to balance the sweetness.
