Kahlua Fudge Sauce

Indulge in the decadence of homemade Kahlua Fudge Sauce, a rich and velvety dessert topping that’s as versatile as it is luxurious. This quick and easy recipe combines unsalted butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, heavy cream, and a splash of Kahlua coffee liqueur for a deep, mocha-infused flavor that’s perfect for drizzling over ice cream, brownies, or pancakes. With just 15 minutes from start to finish, this sophisticated fudge sauce is ideal for elevating everyday desserts or impressing at dinner parties. The hint of vanilla and subtle saltiness bring balance, while the liqueur adds a gourmet twist. Store leftovers to enjoy its creamy, chocolatey goodness all week long.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
0.75 cup heavy cream
0.25 cup Kahlua coffee liqueur
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.

Step 2

Whisk in the unsweetened cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.

Step 3

Add the granulated sugar, heavy cream, and salt. Stir to combine, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the Kahlua coffee liqueur and pure vanilla extract.

Step 6

Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. It will thicken further as it cools.

Step 7

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat gently before using.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(620.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2247.1

Total Fat 124.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 304mg	0%
Sodium 658.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 296.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.9g	0%
Total Sugars 223.5g
Protein 24.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 154.9mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 1823.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.7%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 49.3%