Vegan Classic Hot Fudge Sauce

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Vegan Classic Hot Fudge Sauce—a dairy-free twist on a timeless dessert topping that’s perfect for drizzling over your favorite treats. Made with creamy full-fat coconut milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup, this luscious sauce is as wholesome as it is irresistible. The addition of coconut oil gives it a glossy, luxurious finish, while a splash of vanilla extract enhances its deep, chocolatey flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for elevating vegan ice cream, cakes, or even fresh fruit. Plus, it’s made with pantry-friendly ingredients and can be stored for up to a week, making it a go-to indulgence for any occasion. Discover the ultimate vegan dessert enhancer with this rich and dreamy hot fudge sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

1 cup Full-fat coconut milk
0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
0.75 cup Maple syrup
2 tablespoons Coconut oil
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and salt.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk continuously until the mixture blends smoothly and begins to simmer.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the coconut oil, stirring until it's completely melted and the sauce is glossy.

Step 4

Let the mixture simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Allow the hot fudge sauce to cool slightly before serving with your favorite vegan desserts like ice cream or cake.

Step 7

Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Gently reheat before serving.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(572.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1700.3

Total Fat 101.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 640.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 246.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.2g	0%
Total Sugars 169.9g
Protein 29.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 181.7mg	0%
Iron 26.6mg	0%
Potassium 2449.5mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 48.9%