Rich, thick, and intensely chocolatey, this Hot Fudge recipe whips up in just 10 minutes! You'll be surprised at how many new ways you'll find to use it, or just eat it with a spoon.
Of all the delicious ways to eat chocolate, Hot Fudge might just be the most indulgent. It’s thick and velvety, full of rich, deep chocolate flavor.
And it has a certain gooey, molten quality that feels like pure decadence.
Make this Hot Fudge Recipe and spoon it over low carb ice cream, low carb blondies, or keto cheesecake brownies. Or let’s be real; make this recipe and just eat it with a spoon, lol.
This Hot Fudge Recipe is not only crazy delicious, but you won’t believe how easy it is to make. 10 minutes is all it takes to the best hot fudge sauce of your life – keto or not!
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Easy Homemade Hot Fudge Recipe – The Best Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe!
There are a few different factors that make this recipe the BEST you’ll ever make. If you’re looking for a Hot Fudge Recipe with cocoa powder, you’re in the right place!
Pro Tip: When making Hot Fudge Sauce, cocoa powder adds incredibly rich chocolate notes. And bonus, cocoa powder is unsweetened so you can add in the (sugar free) sweetener of your choice to keep this low carb and keto friendly!
First things first, taste. If it doesn’t taste good, even if it’s quick and easy, and the end of the day it won’t get eaten and I won’t make it again. This hot fudge is good. As in, almost too good.
But luckily it’s sugar free Hot Fudge, lol!
Which brings me to my next point; this is low carb and keto Hot Fudge! Who says something needs to have sugar to taste good? Part of what makes this the best is that it won't make you sugar crash later.
And let’s not forget how easy it is to make this! Because we’re all busy, right? But even busy people deserve a mind-blowing chocolate experience.
Boasting complex, deep chocolate notes, luxurious thickness, and smooth creaminess, try this Hot Fudge Recipe and see if it doesn’t make you want to make another batch again soon.
Ingredients in This Low Carb Keto Hot Fudge Recipe
- Heavy whipping cream
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Swerve Brown Sugar Replacement
- Stevia-sweetened dark chocolate
- Unsalted butter
- Pure vanilla extract
- Salt
- Espresso powder
How to Make Hot Fudge
Get ready to make this over and over once you realize just how easy it is!
- Whisk together all ingredients in a small saucepan.
- Heat until the butter and chocolate are melted, whisking frequently.
- Serve on top of your favorite keto ice cream, noatmeal, or pancakes. Or just eat it with a spoon.

Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe FAQs
Does Hot Fudge Need to be Refrigerated?
Yes! Store homemade Hot Fudge in a lidded glass jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. (It will possibly stay good for longer, but I don't know because mine is always gone before then!)
To reheat Hot Fudge, spoon the amount desired into a microwave safe bowl and heat for 15 seconds. Stir, and then heat for an additional 10 seconds if needed. Or reheat in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly.
How Do You Keep Hot Fudge Sauce Warm?
There are a few different ways you can easily keep Hot Fudge Sauce warm:
- Put it in a small slow cooker on LOW, and stir it occasionally.
- Add it to a double boiler over very low heat, and stir it occasionally.
Does Hot Fudge Sauce Go Bad?
Yes, Hot Fudge sauce can eventually go bad. When a pool of liquid forms at the top it means it's starting to go.
To help extend the shelf life as much as possible, store it in a lidded glass jar in the fridge.
I find that if stored properly, this Hot Fudge Sauce is good for at least 2 weeks in the fridge (possibly longer, but it was eaten by the 2 week mark!).
Keto Cheesecake Ice Cream Topped with Homemade Keto Hot Fudge Sauce
More Low Carb Decadent Chocolate Recipes
- Salted Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
- Chocolate-Coated Maple Walnut Cheesecake Truffles
- Peanut Butter Pie
- The Best Fudgy Brownies
- Chocolate Whoopie Pies with Keto Cheesecake Buttercream
- Easy Chocolate Mousse
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Hot Fudge Recipe (The Best Keto Hot Fudge Sauce)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Description
Rich, thick, and intensely chocolatey, this Hot Fudge recipe whips up in just 10 minutes! You'll be surprised at how many new ways you'll find to use it, or just eat it with a spoon.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
- 10 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (sifted (equivalent to ½ cup + 2 tablespoons))
- ⅓ cup Swerve Brown Sugar Replacement
- 1 ounce stevia-sweetened dark chocolate (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ¾ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch espresso powder
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients in a small saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat until the butter and chocolate are melted, and the sauce is smooth, about 3 minutes, whisking frequently.
- Serve.
Notes
- Net Carbs: 2.78g per serving
- This recipe makes about 1 cup, which is 8 (2-tablespoon) servings.
- Cool leftovers to room temperature and then store in a lidded jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- To reheat, spoon the amount desired into a microwave safe bowl and heat for 15 seconds. Stir, and then heat for an additional 10 seconds if needed. Or reheat in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 123.05
- Sugar: 0.22
- Sodium: 15.76
- Fat: 12.39
- Saturated Fat: 7.69
- Carbohydrates: 5.44
- Fiber: 2.66
- Protein: 2.17
- Cholesterol: 34.33
Keywords: Hot Fudge Recipe, Hot Fudge Sauce, Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe
This post was first published on Healthy Sweet Eats on November 7, 2019. It was updated with more information on December 15, 2021.
Billie Sue
Soooo! delicious and easy! Thank you!
★★★★★
Lynn
Amazingly smooth and delicious! I have never made a sauce this easy! It just went to the top of my favorite recipe list.
★★★★★