May 19, 2023
Review RecipeHot Fudge Sauce Recipe

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Everyone loves the rich, creamy flavor of this decadent hot fudge sauce recipe, and it’s so to make from scratch. Simple ingredients such as butter, cocoa, vanilla, and marshmallow fluff combine to create a topping you’ll want to pour over all your desserts!

Hot Fudge Sauce Ingredients

You’ll need:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
- 17-ounce jar of Marshmallow Fluff
PRO TIP:
Marshmallow Fluff is a name brand, and if you can’t find that brand, you can pick up a jar of marshmallow creme instead.
SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS
INSTANT COFFEE: The instant coffee adds a nice richness and extra flavor to the hot fudge sauce, but if you would rather leave it out, the sauce will still be delicious.
SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK: You’ll find that some hot fudge sauce recipes call for sweetened condensed milk, but in this recipe, that ingredient is not necessary, as much of the sweetness comes from the granulated sugar. Marshmallow fluff thickens the sauce at the end of the cooking time.
DARK COCOA: For extra richness, try using dark cocoa powder instead of regular.
How To Make This Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe
STEP ONE: Combine all ingredients except for marshmallow fluff in a medium saucepan pan on the stovetop.

STEP TWO: Set over medium heat. As the butter starts to melt, whisk together the ingredients until they are smooth.
STEP THREE: When the fudge starts to bubble along the edges, cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring every few seconds.
OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS
Keep a close eye on your mixture, especially when it starts to bubble, as you don’t want it to burn to the bottom of your pan.
STEP FOUR: Remove from heat and stir in the marshmallow fluff until melted and smooth.

STEP FIVE: Let cool slightly before serving.
PRO TIP:
Your sauce may harden when stored in the fridge. Just warm it a bit in the microwave to restore the creamy liquidy texture.
How To Serve
Ice cream sundaes are the perfect way to use your hot fudge sauce. Create a sundae bar with your favorite ice cream and toppings, including chocolate chips, sprinkles, fresh fruit, chopped nuts, whipped cream, caramel sauce, warm hot fudge sauce, and a maraschino cherry for the top.
Hot fudge sauce can really bring a dessert to a whole new level of deliciousness! Try a warm slice of chocolate cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and top it with hot fudge. Or, serve a warm, freshly baked chocolate chip cookie with a scoop of ice cream, and a drizzle of fudge!
We also love this sauce over our cookies and cream ice cream as well as no churn cookie dough ice cream.
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Storage
IN THE FRIDGE: Store the hot fudge sauce in an airtight container or a mason jar with a lid. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
IN THE FREEZER: You can freeze this easy hot fudge sauce recipe in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.

Make the best hot fudge sauce recipe in your own kitchen and enjoy the decadent flavor that beats out store-bought hot fudge sauce every time. It takes just minutes, and you’ll be ready to spoon the hot homemade chocolate sauce over ice cream, or any other sweet treat to make it over-the-top delicious.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I think this would work fine. Your hot fudge sauce may be ever so slightly less creamy but still delicious.
This ice cream sauce will last for up to two weeks sealed in an airtight container.
This easy hot fudge sauce recipe will freeze for up to 3 months.
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Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee
- 17 ounces marshmallow fluff
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except for the marshmallow fluff in a medium pan.
- Set over medium heat. As the butter starts to melt, whisk together the ingredients until they are smooth.
- When the fudge starts to bubble along the edges, cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring every few seconds.
- Remove from heat and stir in marshmallow fluff until melted and smooth.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
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Notes
- Marshmallow Fluff is a name brand, and if you can’t find that brand, you can pick up a jar of marshmallow creme instead.
- Keep a close eye on your mixture, especially when it starts to bubble, as you don’t want it to burn to the bottom of your pan.
- Your sauce may harden when stored in the fridge. Just warm it a bit in the microwave to restore the creamy liquidy texture.
Comments
Joanne says
Such a fun idea for the summer months! Did you buy the glass cones at Walmart, too?
Khristine Alba says
My kids enjoyed their summer activities with this recipe. It’s so fun and they really love it.
Treena says
This was a great recipe to include the kids in as well and tastes amazing!
Gloria says
This is the best hot fudge sauce – I’ll never buy it from a jar again!!
Barbara says
How long does it keep? Should it be refrigerated? Sounds delicious
Layne Kangas says
I’ve poured it into a jar and kept it in the fridge for a couple of weeks. It’s delicious – enjoy! 🙂
Frances Buck says
This desert looks so good ! Can’t wait to try it!