Chocolate Fudge Recipe

This easy fudge recipe creates rich, creamy homemade chocolate fudge with just 3 simple ingredients. Perfect for holidays, parties, or gifting, it comes together in minutes and sets beautifully every time.

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Course: Candy, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 5

Chill Time: 2

Total Time: 2 15

Servings: squares

Calories: 170kcal

Cost: $8

Equipment

8x8 inch square baking pan
Parchment paper
Heavy-bottom saucepan
Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Sharp knife

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
14 oz sweetened condensed milk 1 can
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
1 cup mini marshmallows optional
0.5 cup crushed peppermint candies optional
0.5 cup peanut butter chips optional
sea salt flakes for topping, optional

Instructions

Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick spray.
In a heavy-bottom saucepan, combine chocolate chips and condensed milk over low heat. Stir constantly until smooth and fully melted.
Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and any optional mix-ins.
Spread mixture into prepared pan. Smooth the top, sprinkle with sea salt flakes if desired, and chill for 2–3 hours until firm.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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