Description
A simple and quick recipe for homemade fudge that can be prepared in just 5 minutes, offering various flavor options and customization.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: chopped walnuts or almonds
- Optional: mini marshmallows or caramel bits
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan; for microwave, heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and any additional flavorings (like peppermint or espresso powder).
- Pour the mixture into an 8×8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper and spread evenly.
- Let the fudge cool to room temperature (about 10 minutes), then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper, and cut into squares before serving.
Notes
Store leftover fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: fudge, dessert, quick recipe, chocolate, homemade