3 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge Recipe

This chocolate fudge recipe uses condensed milk for an easy creamy, delicious treat. Make a batch of this candy recipe for the holidays!

Traditional fudge can be tricky to make, especially when trying to get all of the cooling and heating temperatures just right.

This recipe takes all the guesswork out of it, and it’s such a quick and easy chocolate fudge to make. Homemade candies like fudge and toffee are delicious, and they are great holiday gifts, too!

Reese’s Peanut Butter Fudge has the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy with the chunks of peanuts throughout.

Or, try my recipe for Peanut Butter Fudge without condensed milk! It’s incredibly easy to make and comes together in just 10 minutes.

Mint Chocolate Homemade Fudge is topped with Oreo cookies and crunchy mint candies and can be made for several different holiday celebrations!

Chocolate Fudge Recipe - Helpful Tips and Tricks

This is such an easy chocolate fudge to make. Just melt everything together in the microwave, then pour into a pan and refrigerate until firm! Here are a few tips for success:

• Let it set completely. I recommend letting the candy cool for at least 8 hours or even overnight. This helps it set to a firm consistency.
• Tip for easy removal: Lining your pan with parchment lets you lift the entire slab out for easier cutting. Plus, you won’t need to wash your pan afterward!
• Keep it cold. This is a soft fudge, so it requires refrigeration to stay firm. If you leave homemade fudge out for a long period of time, it will likely become very soft and gooey.
• Check your microwave wattage. The microwave used for this recipe is a 1000W household microwave. If you have a more powerful microwave, you will need to use less time and/or power to heat your ingredients.

Tools and Equipment to Make the Chocolate Fudge Recipe

• 8x8 Baking Pan - This pan comes with a lid for easier storage.
• Microwave-Safe Bowl - Not only does it make melting chocolate easier, but you can use it to quickly steam vegetables too!
• Silicone Spatula - Withstands the heat and makes it easy to scrape off the chocolate after mixing.
• Parchment Paper - Prevents your dessert from sticking and makes clean up a breeze!

Adding Mix-Ins

This makes a great base for a variety of flavor combinations, and the possibilities are endless!

Add your mix-ins after the chocolate mixture is melted, or sprinkle them over the top before placing the pan in the refrigerator.

• Chopped nuts
• Sprinkles
• Crushed cookies or pretzels
• Mini marshmallows
• Candy pieces
• Sea salt or coconut flakes
• Dried fruit

FAQ - Common Recipe Questions

What’s the best way to store homemade fudge?

Keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator for around 7 days.

Since this recipe is made with condensed milk, it’s safe to freeze as well. Just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, then place it into a large storage bag.

Freeze individual pieces for a quick treat, or defrost the entire pan in the refrigerator before serving.

I don’t have an 8x8 pan. Can I use something else?

Sure! Any size pan will work just fine. Keep in mind that using a larger pan will result in thinner pieces and there won’t be enough to spread all the way to the edges

However, you can easily make a double batch and use a 9x13 pan for that!

Can I use different chocolate chips?

You can use milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even white chocolate if you prefer. Or, use half semi-sweet and half of another kind to create just the right flavor balance.

What’s the best way to slice fudge?

A hot, sharp knife is the easiest way to get clean edges. Dip a large knife in boiling water, dry it completely, then press down in one smooth motion.

The metal will retain the heat from the water without affecting the overall texture of the dessert.

Some people recommend using dental floss, but if you do, make sure to use one that isn’t flavored!

Enjoy!

With love from our simple kitchen to yours. 

Do you  ❤ love ❤ TSRI?  Don't miss another recipe.  Click here to Subscribe to The Slow Roasted Italian by Email and receive new recipes in your inbox every day!

Don't miss a thing! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram ❤ ❤ ❤  

 

---

Yield: 20-25

Author: Donna Elick

Print

3 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge

This chocolate fudge recipe uses condensed milk for an easy creamy, delicious treat. Make a batch of this candy recipe for the holidays!

Prep time: 1 MinCook time: 3 MinTotal time: 4 Min (plus chilling time)

Ingredients

• 1 (12 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips (2 cups)
• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 3 tablespoons salted butter

Instructions

1. In a medium glass bowl (microwave safe), place all ingredients. Microwave on high for 1 minute.
2. Carefully remove the bowl (touching the sides only, not the bottom) and stir to combine. Reheat in 30 second intervals until all ingredients are melted and easily combined. (Should be about 3 minutes of total heat time)
3. Cut a piece of parchment paper and line it inside an 8x8” pan. Pour melted chocolate mixture into the pan. Allow to cool completely, and then refrigerate until fudge becomes firm.
4. Once your fudge is set, you can pull the entire pan of fudge out by pulling on the parchment paper. Cut your fudge into squares and serve immediately.

DONNA'S NOTES

1. This is a soft fudge, so it requires refrigeration to stay hard. If you leave the fudge out for a long period of time, it will become very soft and gooey.
2. It is recommended to leave the fudge in the refrigerator around 8 hours to overnight to help it set to a firm consistency.
3. Traditional fudge can be tricky with getting all of the cooling and heating temperatures just right. This takes all the guesswork out of making fudge. It is such a quick easy recipe.
4. Fudge can be stored in an air-tight container for around 7 days in the refrigerator.
5. I don’t have an 8x8” pan. Can I use something else? You can use a 9x9”, 9x13”, or really any size pan would work. If you use a larger pan, you just won’t have the fudge all the way to the edge.
6. The microwave used for this recipe is a 1000W household microwave. If you have a more powerful microwave, you will need to use less time and/or power to heat your ingredients.

https://www.theslowroasteditalian.com/2020/11/3-ingredient-chocolate-fudge-recipe.html

Recipe developed by Donna Elick forThe Slow Roasted Italian
Copyright ©2020 The Slow Roasted Italian – All rights reserved.

Originally published November 2020

Disclosure: Posts may contain affiliate links. If you purchase a product through an affiliate link your price will remain the same and The Slow Roasted Italian will automatically receive a small commission. Thank you for supporting us, it helps us keep creating new recipes.