Save A rich, creamy chocolate fudge that melts in your mouth perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or sharing as a homemade gift.
I have enjoyed making this fudge for family gatherings and it never fails to impress everyone.
Ingredients
- Sweetened condensed milk: 400 g (14 oz)
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 340 g (12 oz)
- Unsalted butter: 60 g (4 tbsp) cut into pieces
- Pure vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional): 60 g (½ cup)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional): for sprinkling
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a 20 cm (8-inch) square baking pan with parchment paper leaving some overhang for easy removal
- Step 2:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat combine the sweetened condensed milk chocolate chips and butter Stir constantly until the chocolate and butter are melted and the mixture is smooth
- Step 3:
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract Fold in nuts if using
- Step 4:
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula
- Step 5:
- If desired sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top
- Step 6:
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set
- Step 7:
- Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment overhang Cut into 24 squares and serve
Save This fudge always brings smiles when I share it with family on holidays.
Required Tools
Medium saucepan Wooden spoon or heatproof spatula 20 cm (8-inch) square baking pan Parchment paper Sharp knife
Allergen Information
Contains milk and dairy (sweetened condensed milk butter chocolate chips) May contain tree nuts if using walnuts or pecans Contains soy if using chocolate chips with soy lecithin Double-check all ingredient labels for potential allergens
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 120 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 16 g Protein 2 g
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This fudge recipe is a simple delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth or share a thoughtful gift.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of chocolate works best?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips provide a balanced sweetness, but dark or milk chocolate chips can be used to adjust the taste.
- → Can nuts be omitted or substituted?
Yes, nuts like walnuts or pecans are optional and can be omitted for a nut-free version or replaced with preferred nuts.
- → How long does chilling take?
The fudge should chill for at least two hours to fully set and develop its smooth texture.
- → What is the best way to remove the fudge from the pan?
Using parchment paper with overhang allows easy lifting of the fudge from the pan without sticking.
- → How should the fudge be stored?
Keep the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator; it stays fresh for up to two weeks.
- → Can sea salt be added?
Yes, sprinkling a pinch of sea salt on top before chilling enhances the flavor contrast nicely.