Easy chocolate fudge is made with chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk and butter. It’s silky smooth, satisfies any chocolate cravings and is a simple treat to share at the holidays!
Want more homemade fudge recipes? Chocolate peanut butter fudge, microwave fudge and white chocolate fudge are simple treats for either gifting or sharing with friends and family!
Why I Love This Recipe
- Creamy and firm: Bursting with chocolate flavor, this is the best chocolate fudge recipe with a smooth melt-in-your mouth texture and just the right amount of dense chewiness.
- Quick and easy: With only three simple ingredients, this easy chocolate fudge can be prepped in 10 minutes or less. It’s perfect when you need a last minute Christmas treat gift or an afternoon chocolate fix!
- No candy thermometer required: Unlike old-fashioned fudge, there is no boiling or thermometer required! This easy chocolate fudge recipe is practically foolproof and always sets correctly whether the weather is humid or not.
- Holiday dessert approved: This no-fuss sweetened condensed milk fudge is perfect for gift giving to friends or family or serving on a Christmas dessert board.
How to Make Chocolate Fudge
To start making your easy fudge recipe, line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper then in a large microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir combine and microwave in 30 second increments until the chocolate has melted.
Quickly pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan, spread evenly and press down with a spatula. Refrigerate your fudge until it is set then cut into squares with a plastic knife and enjoy!
Recipe Variations
- Fudge with nuts: Mix in 1/2-1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans immediately after the chocolate has melted.
- Peppermint fudge: Sprinkle crushed candy canes on of the easy fudge recipe immediately after you pour the chocolate in the pan.
- Flake sea salt: Sprinkle flake sea salt on top of the fudge while still soft.
- Extract: Add up to 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract for another layer of rich flavor or try mint extract, orange extract or even coconut extract.
- Other chocolate: Use white chocolate chips or even chopped Dove chocolate candy bars. Make peanut butter fudge by using peanut butter chips!
- Old fashioned chocolate fudge: For an old fashioned flavor use a combination of chips like milk chocolate, dark chocolate and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions
Store fudge recipe in a covered airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Place the fudge between layers of parchment paper to prevent sticking.
I love a piece of this rich, chocolatey fudge chilled but it’s great served at room temperature as well!
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3-Ingredient Chocolate Fudge Recipe
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Ingredients
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (can also use milk chocolate)
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter , sliced
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Lightly butter and set aside.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter. Microwave 1 minute at 50% power. Stir and microwave in 30 second increments until the chocolate has melted, about 1 minute. Be careful not to over cook or it will be come grainy.
- Quickly pour into the baking dish and press down with a spatula or piece of parchment paper. Refrigerate until set.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Slice into squares. I find it easiest to cut with a plastic knife.
Notes
- Fudge with nuts: Mix in 1/2-1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans immediately after the chocolate has melted.
- Peppermint fudge: Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top immediately after you pour the chocolate in the pan.
- Flake sea salt: Sprinkle flake sea salt on top immediately after pressing into pan.
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Categorized as: 5 Ingredients Or Less, American, Candy + Fudge, Chocolate, Christmas, Desserts, Freezer-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Vegetarian
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is also the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook. Here you will find easy family-friendly recipes for every occasion.
This chocolate fudge turned out amazing, I love how quick and easy it was to make! I’ll definitely be making this again, thank you!
This is everything that I was wanting and more! thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! I absolutely loved it!
I love how easy this is! So perfect for the holiday season.