Description
This homemade hot fudge recipe is incredibly easy and quick to make, perfect for adding a rich, creamy chocolate topping to your favorite desserts. Made with simple ingredients like sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, butter, and cream, this hot fudge sauce is smooth, thick, and delightfully indulgent.
Ingredients
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Hot Fudge Ingredients
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine and heat ingredients: Place the sweetened condensed milk, semisweet chocolate chips, and unsalted butter in a heavy bottom saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly to prevent burning and ensure even melting. Continue cooking until the chocolate and butter are fully melted and the mixture becomes smooth and thick.
- Add cream and flavoring: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors into a luscious fudge sauce.
- Store: Pour the hot fudge into an airtight jar or container. Allow it to cool slightly before refrigerating. Store in the fridge for up to 1 month, reheating gently before use if needed.
Notes
- Use a heavy bottom saucepan to avoid scorching the mixture during heating.
- Stir continuously when heating to achieve a smooth texture and prevent burning.
- For a thicker fudge, reduce the heavy cream slightly.
- Can be served warm or at room temperature over ice cream, cakes, or fruit.
- Store refrigerated and reheat gently in a microwave or over low heat before serving.
