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5-Minute Hot Fudge Recipe

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This rich and creamy 5-minute hot fudge sauce is a quick and easy treat made with simple ingredients like sweetened condensed milk and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or fruit, this homemade hot fudge comes together in just minutes on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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Hot Fudge Sauce

  • 1 (14 ounce) can (396g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add the sweetened condensed milk and semi-sweet chocolate chips to a medium saucepan. This forms the base for your rich hot fudge sauce.
  2. Heat and Melt: Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly to ensure the chocolate chips melt smoothly with the condensed milk. This will take just a few minutes until the mixture is fully melted and homogenous.
  3. Add Butter and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract. Continue stirring until the butter has melted completely into the sauce, enhancing creaminess and flavor.
  4. Serve Hot: Transfer the hot fudge sauce into a jar or serving container. Use immediately while warm as a decadent topping for desserts.
  5. Store Leftovers: Cover any leftover fudge and keep it refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
  6. Reheat as Needed: To use refrigerated fudge, microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each heating, until the sauce is melted and smooth again.

Notes

  • Constant stirring during heating prevents the chocolate from burning and ensures a smooth consistency.
  • Use good quality semi-sweet chocolate chips for best results.
  • The fudge thickens as it cools; reheat gently to restore pourable texture.
  • This sauce pairs wonderfully with ice cream, brownies, or fresh fruit.
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Keywords: hot fudge, chocolate sauce, quick dessert sauce, easy chocolate sauce, homemade hot fudge, dessert topping

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