Foolproof 3-Ingredient Chocolate Fudge: Quick and Creamy
Make rich, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate fudge using only three simple ingredients. This quick, no-bake recipe guarantees a smooth texture without needing a candy thermometer, making it perfect for fast desserts or holiday gifting.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 2 min
- Total Time: 127 min
- Yield: 36 small squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
- In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and chocolate chips.
- Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. This usually takes 1 to 2 minutes total.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan. Spread evenly with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the fudge is firm enough to cut.
- Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into small squares.
Notes
- For a denser, old-fashioned texture, you can gently heat the mixture on the stovetop over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth, instead of microwaving.
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) with the vanilla extract for a classic chocolate fudge with nuts variation.
- Store the finished fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or refrigerated for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 25
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 5