Hot Fudge Sauce

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This chocolate sauce is a great hot fudge topping for almost any chocolate dessert. My mom gave me this recipe with a note that said, "Use this sauce over brownies and vanilla ice cream to make a delicious dessert." It was a favorite of mine from college.

Submitted by Erin Nesbit
Updated on September 24, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on high for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until mostly melted. Transfer chocolate to a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat. Stir in sugar, butter, and salt until combined.

  2. Stir in cream, a little at a time, until smooth. Heat through, without boiling, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Store sauce in the refrigerator.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

283 Calories
20g Fat
30g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 283
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 25%
Saturated Fat 12g 62%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 61mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 30g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 25g
Protein 2g 5%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 140mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.