Hot Fudge Sauce

This chocolate sauce is a great hot fudge topping for almost any chocolate dessert. My mom gave me this recipe with a note that said, "Use this sauce over brownies and vanilla ice cream to make a delicious dessert." It was a favorite of mine from college.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 283 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 cup heavy cream

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on high for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until mostly melted. Transfer chocolate to a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat. Stir in sugar, butter, and salt until combined.

Step 2

Stir in cream, a little at a time, until smooth. Heat through, without boiling, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Store sauce in the refrigerator.