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This 5 Minute Fudge is the perfect treat. It is so quick and easy to make and is so sweet. You can customized it in so many different ways.It is creamy, chocolatey and delicious.
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More About Easy Fudge Recipe
The 5 Minute Fudge is perfect for gift giving. Wonderful for holiday platters or for Saturday movie nights. You will love how easy it is and your family will love how delicious it turns out. Find out some hints to make the best fudge.
Why This Five Minute Chocolate Fudge Recipe is a Keeper
The feature ingredient in this recipe is of course the chocolate but also sweetened condensed milk. What is that? Find out inBon Appetit.
- 5 Minute Candy:Have a delicious candy in just five minutes.
- Easy Ingredients:All found in pantry. Make it any night of the week.
- Family will Love This Recipe:Kids love this fudge once they have tried this recipe.
- Adaptable 5-minute Fudge Recipe:Can add tsp or two of any sprinkles, candies or nuts that you like or even little Christmas cupcake toppers like a wreath etc. to enhance the best chocolate fudge.
If you’re looking for more candy inspired recipes, try theseSanta’s Coal Candy, Cinnamon Roasted Pecans and Cotton Candy Cake.
Can I make this chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk fudge in advance?
This fudge can be made up to two weeks in advance and place fudge squares in an airtight container or place in the refrigerator for a month. Therefore, it is a great make ahead treat. Freeze fudge for longer storage.
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Ingredient Notes for the 5 Minute Microwave Fudge
This homemade chocolate fudge is a basic recipe. This traditional fudge is wonderful for holiday parties and gift giving.
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: Any brand will do, you can also try milk chocolate, white chocolate or even dark chocolate.
- Sweetened condensed milk: Not evaporated milk, The Eagle Brand condensed milk already has the sugar.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for 5-Minute Chocolate Fudge
Once you have tried this 5 minute chocolate recipe, you can make some changes to make it a family favorite. For Example:
- Chocolate Pecan Fudge: Try adding chopped walnuts, pecans or almonds to the fudge mixture.
- Marshmallow: Add some marshmallow cream or mini marshmallows when making fudge.
- Cooking variation: To make the best fudge without a microwave, trying making on a stove top with a double boiler.
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How to Make the 5-Minute Fudge Candy Recipe
These are the basic steps for makingthis creamy fudge recipe.Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
STEP1: Prep
First, line pan with parchment paper leaving overhang on each side for easy removal.
STEP2: Melt
Next, place semi sweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk and salt in a microwave safe bowl. Heat on high for one minute; remove from microwave and stir to combine. If needed, heat for an additional 30 seconds to fully melt the chocolate; stir until chocolate is smooth and then stir in the vanilla.
STEP3: Set
Finally, pour into the prepared pan and cool completely before you slice into squares.
Recipe FAQs for Quick Fudge Recipe
Store the easy fudge recipe in an airtight container or wrap well withplastic wrapand store in the fridge. This chocolate fudge can be kept in the freezer for 2 to 3 months.
Yes, try to make this fudge with dark chocolate chips, peanut butter chips for peanut butter fudge, butterscotch chips for butterscotch fudge or white chocolate chips for this holiday treat.
This tempting fudge can be frozen for up to six months. Freeze in an airtight freezer bag or other air tight container.
Recipe Tips for Making This Easy 5-Minute Recipe
Try adding some things to this fudge recipe with condensed milk.
- Add Candies:Garnish with your favorite candies, marshmallows, green cherries etc. to taste.
- Variation tip:Currants, dried cranberries or other fruit can be added to white chocolate fudge.
- Alternate cooking method tip:Cook on the stove over a pot of water on medium heat. Boil water in a saucepan and place a bowl on top and melt the chocolate that way. Use a candy thermometer for perfect consistency.
- Pan: Use an 8-inch pan for a thicker fudge.
- Drizzle: Drizzle with different chocolate for a fun look. White chocolate or colored chocolate with different flavor.
- Dietary consideration tip:Fat free sweetened condensed milk or sugar free chocolate to make it more calorie conscious.
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5 Minute Fudge
4.71 from 17 votes
This 5 Minute Fudge is the perfect treat. It is so quick and easy to make and is so sweet and can be customized so many different ways. It is creamy, chocolatey and delicious.
Prep Time : 5 minutes mins
Total Time : 5 minutes mins
Servings: 20 servings
Course: Dessert
Calories: 163kcal
Author: Christina Hitchco*ck
Ingredients
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk, 1 CAN
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper leaving overhang on each side for easy removal.
Place chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk and salt in a microwave safe bowl.
Heat on high for one minute; remove from microwave and stir to combine.
If needed, heat for an additional 30 seconds to fully melt the chocolate; stir until chocolate is smooth.
Stir in vanilla.
Pour into prepared baking dish.
Allow to completely cool before cutting in squares.
Christina’s Notes
- Add Candies: Garnish with your favorite candies, marshmallows, green cherries etc. to taste.
- Variation tip: Currants, dried cranberries or other fruit can be added to white chocolate fudge.
- Alternate cooking method tip: Cook on the stove over a pot of water on medium heat. Boil water in a saucepan and place a bowl on top and melt the chocolate that way. Use a candy thermometer for perfect consistency.
- Pan: Use an 8-inch pan for a thicker fudge.
- Drizzle: Drizzle with different chocolate for a fun look. White chocolate or colored chocolate with different flavor.
- Dietary consideration tip: Fat free sweetened condensed milk or sugar free chocolate to make it more calorie conscious.
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Nutrition
Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 170mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 61IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 1mg
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