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chocolate fudge

Easy No-Bake Chocolate Fudge

This decadent chocolate fudge is incredibly easy to make with just a few ingredients and requires no baking! Perfect for a quick dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter (2 sticks)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Flakes For sprinkling on top (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Rubber spatula or wooden spoon
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
  3. Stir frequently until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to burn.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in any desired mix-ins, such as chopped nuts.
  5. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes (optional).
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  7. Once firm, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Store leftover fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For a richer fudge, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet. Feel free to experiment with other mix-ins like pretzels, dried cranberries, or mini marshmallows.