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How To Make Hot Fudge Sauce

The key to a rich, chocolate hot fudge sauce is real dairy. Learn how to create this creamy topping for all your favorite desserts!

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Step 1: Assemble Double Boiler

Add 4 oz. chocolate, 1/3 cup of full-fat half and half, and 2 tablespoons of cubed butter to a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan filled with simmering water.

Step 2: Stir Chocolate

Stir chocolate mixture as it melts. Note that it will be lumpy at first, but will come together once chocolate is fully melted. Stir until smooth.

Step 3: Remove From Heat

Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of light corn syrup and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 4: Serve Or Store

Use immediately on top of ice cream, cake, brownies, and more! Hot fudge will keep in the refrigerator for several weeks.