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Homemade Hot Fudge

 


Yields: 8-12 servings (1 1/2 cups) Prep Time: 2 mins Cook Time: 4 mins

Ingredients:

  • 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Combine: In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients (except vanilla).
  2. Melt: Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and smooth.
  3. Simmer: Increase heat to medium and bring to a gentle boil, stirring frequently.
  4. Cook: Continue to simmer for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Finish: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  6. Cool: Let cool slightly (to about 140°F) before serving.

Storage:

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Tips:

  • Adjust cooking time slightly depending on your stovetop.
  • Serve warm over ice cream, cake, brownies, or fruit.

Get Ready to Dive Headfirst into Chocolatey Heaven!

Gather 'round, fellow food enthusiasts! Today, we embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. We're talking about hot fudge sauce – not just any hot fudge sauce, mind you, but a velvety, decadent creation that will transform your ice cream sundae into a symphony of chocolatey goodness.

Imagine this: rich, dark cocoa melting into a pool of shimmering butter, infused with the warm embrace of vanilla extract. The aroma alone is enough to make your mouth water! This isn't just a sauce; it's a gateway to chocolatey heaven.

So, grab your mixing bowl, put on your favorite cooking playlist (something with a bit of a chocolatey vibe, perhaps?), and prepare to unleash your inner chocoholic. This recipe is a journey, a culinary adventure that will test your patience (just a little) and reward you with pure, unadulterated chocolate bliss. Trust me, you won't regret it.

This ain't no ordinary hot fudge sauce, my friends. This is the real deal, a velvety smooth concoction that will have you licking your spoon (and maybe your fingers too!). Made with rich cocoa, velvety butter, and a touch of magic (okay, maybe just a hint of vanilla), this hot fudge sauce is guaranteed to turn your ice cream sundae into a decadent masterpiece.

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