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Quick and Easy Hot Fudge Sauce

Quick and Easy Hot Fudge Sauce

The ultimate comfort food, Quick and Easy Hot Fudge Sauce is rich, creamy, and perfect over any dessert. This easy recipe will satisfy your sweet tooth and elevate any treat. Make it tonight for a tasty indulgence!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1/4 cup Salted Butter
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and cocoa powder, being sure to whisk out any lumps in the mixture.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in milk, and the combined sugar and cocoa powder.
  3. Cook, whisking continuously, until the mixture begins to bubble around the edges and thicken, 3 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
  5. Serve poured over something delicious, and enjoy!

Notes

  • If using unsalted butter: add a pinch of salt.