Grandma Susie’s 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Hot Fudge – Liquid Gold in a Jar
Introduction
Some recipes are more than just food—they’re memories. This Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Hot Fudge, inspired by Grandma Susie, is exactly that. Deeply chocolatey, luxuriously smooth, and effortlessly easy, it’s a dessert that lives in your heart long after the jar is empty.
With just four pantry staples, no constant stirring, and zero stress, you can turn any day into a sweet celebration. Perfect for ice cream sundaes, brownies, or gifting to friends and family.
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Overview of the Recipe
This slow cooker hot fudge is rich, glossy, and indulgent. Its beauty lies in simplicity: chocolate, butter, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla come together to create a velvety, luscious topping that elevates any dessert.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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🍫 Glossy, rich, and deeply chocolatey—like liquid gold
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⏱️ Just 5 minutes of prep, then walk away
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💛 One pot = no mess, no fuss
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💸 Budget-friendly (under $5 for ~3 cups)
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🌾 Naturally nut-free & easily dairy-free adaptable
What It Tastes Like
Silky, sweet, and deeply chocolatey, with a subtle buttery richness and the comforting warmth of vanilla. Pour it over ice cream, swirl it into coffee, or drizzle it over cakes — every bite is decadent and nostalgic.
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Makes ~3 cups)
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2½ cups (14 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate)
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1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
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¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
💡 Pro Tips:
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Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
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Sweetened condensed milk is essential for that creamy, rich texture.
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Optional: Stir once halfway if you’re home, but it’s not required.
Necessary Tools
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6-quart slow cooker (or any size that comfortably holds the ingredients)
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Spoon or spatula for stirring
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Clean jars for storing

