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Hot Fudge Brownie
June 24, 2022
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If you’re looking for a ridiculously decadent brownie, you’ve come to the right place. This Hot Fudge Brownie recipe is SO good, especially with vanilla ice cream! What could be better than a Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae during the hot summer days? I say nothing! This dessert is so rich, decadent, fudgy, and sweet. Straight up ridiculous, but mamamia, that warm chocolatey brownie with the cold ice cream gets me every.single.time.
Hot Fudge Brownie Basics
Making Hot Fudge Brownies couldn’t be easier. I break it down into 3 basic steps- make the brownies, make the hot fudge, and assemble adding ice cream and desired toppings.
Brownies
The brownies you choose to use can certainly be a store-bought brownie mix made with eggs, oil and water. No shame in that game. Alternatively, you could make a quick pan of homemade brownies! For this recipe, I used a store-bought brownie mix.
Hot Fudge
Below I will guide you step by step on how to make your own homemade hot fudge.
Toppings
The possibilities are endless when it comes to toppings. Ice cream is at the top of that list. Store-bought stuff is great or if you have the time, make some homemade Vanilla Ice Cream or Chocolate Ice Cream.
Other toppings to consider are Maraschino Cherries, nuts, sprinkles, chocolate or caramel syrup, marshmallows or fruit!
Looking for other chocolate sauces to use on this recipe? I’ve got you covered: Nutella Hot Fudge Sauce, Peppermint Chocolate Sauce, and Chocolate Ganache.
How to Make Hot Fudge Brownies
Making these brownies comes together pretty quickly. Make the brownies, make the hot fudge and spread over holes you have poked into the brownies. Top with toppings and ice cream. Voila! For full details on how to make Hot Fudge Brownies, see the recipe card down below.
Prep Pan
Preheat oven according to Brownie Mix directions. Prep 9×9 pan by lightly spraying with a non-stick spray. Set pan aside.
Mix the Brownie Batter
Start by following the directions on a boxed brownie mix. See? EASY is the name of the game. Pour batter into the greased 9×9 pan and pop it into the oven according to baking directions on the box.
Make the Hot Fudge
While brownies are baking, place heavy cream, corn syrup, brown sugar, cocoa, salt, and half the chocolate chips into a small saucepan. Place over medium heat and stir frequently until it comes to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and lightly simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in remaining chocolate chips, butter, and vanilla.
Pour sauce into a separate bowl to cool until brownies are done baking.
Spread Hot Fudge
Once brownies are done baking, cool 5-10 minutes and then poke holes into it throughout the entire pan of brownies. I had used a fork to poke the holes, but if I had to do it again I would use something bigger…like the end of a wooden spoon or something similar. You want the whole thing drenched in hot fudge.
Drizzle 3/4 cup prepared hot fudge overtop brownies and spread to saturate evenly.
Allow brownies to cool another 10 minutes or so before cutting and serving.
Top With Ice Cream + Other Toppings
Cut into squares and top with vanilla ice cream. Serve right away and enjoy the heavenly goodness!
Storing Leftover Brownies
Store any leftover brownies in an airtight container in the fridge. They will stay fresh for 4-5 days.
More Brownie Recipes to Try!
Here’s the printable recipe card. I hope you make this tasty treat this week! Enjoy!
Hot Fudge Brownie
If you're looking for ridiculously decadent brownies, you've come to the right place. This Hot Fudge Brownie recipe is SO good!
Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix + eggs, oil and water
for the hot fudge-
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips divided in half
- 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vanilla ice cream
- maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Make and bake a box of brownies according to package directions.
- While brownies are baking, place cream, corn syrup, brown sugar, cocoa, salt, and half the chocolate chips into a small saucepan. Place over medium heat and stir frequently until it comes to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and lightly simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in remaining chocolate, butter, and vanilla. Pour sauce into a separate bowl to cool until brownies are done baking.
- Once brownies are done baking, cool 5-10 minutes and poke holes into it. Drizzle 3/4 cup prepared hot fudge overtop brownies and spread to saturate evenly. Sit another 10 minutes or so, then cut into squares and serve with ice cream and cherries.
Nutrition
Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 263IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg
THIS SOUNDS YUMMY!!! And it reminds me of a dessert at Big Boy’s Frisch’s Restaurant which i love here in our area . I haven’t had it in long time and now i know how to make it from your recipe!! who knew it could be so easy!! I will have to make it sometime!!
Yum!!
I made the hot fudge yesterday and it’s amazing! Love it. Had it with my fave brownies, skor ice cream, and whipped cream! So good and so easy.
Tomorrow I’m making your roasted red pepper and goat cheese Alfredo, can’t wait!
I desperately need this as a midnight snack!
When I hear hot fudge brownie sundaes I get all sorts of excited. Best. Dessert. Ever.
I told myself this week I’d start eating healthy. But crap, these look so good all I can think about now is brownies!
Ohhh my!!!
Haha, okay just laughed out loud because I’m on a “eat healthy and avoid sugar” phase myself. That’s why I only had one taco tonight 🙂 The image of this dessert is practically killing me right now.
Oh my! These could be the breaking point of my diet. They look delicious!
I need these brownies in my life. Right now! Wow! Love Brooke’s photo 🙂
OMG! All I want right now are these brownies!
Ohhhhhh man, dying over these! These look insane!!
These are my dream! Yum!
I rewatched Felicity after I had my son. I so did not care for the ending. I mean, what is up with that going back in time thing-Whateve! This looks delish!
Yummy! I love this idea! So easy, too 🙂
I didn’t know I wanted a hot fudge brownie until I saw your pictures!!
Friday Night Lights is possibly one of the greatest show on television ever. I will be shocked if your husband hates it.
OMG. YES! These look SO GOOD.
I haven’t had a good hot fudge brownie in ages! PINNING IT!
How much corn syrup?? Making these tonight!
1/2 cup!! Sorry, forgot to put that into the recipe!
Thank you!!
Whoa and YES!! These are amazing, Lauren!
Your best post comment yet “Lick out the bowl. This is a very important step.” And there’s Brooke’s picture doing it!! I Laughed Out Loud!