Five Minute Fudge
Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistible Five Minute Fudge, the ultimate quick and easy dessert perfect for any occasion. Made with just five simple ingredients—semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, butter, vanilla extract, and optional chopped nuts—this rich and creamy treat comes together in mere minutes using a microwave. With no stovetop required and minimal prep time, it’s an ideal choice for busy days, last-minute gatherings, or satisfying spontaneous cravings. Customize it with your favorite add-ins like nuts or dried fruit, and enjoy a velvety homemade fudge that’s ready to share (or keep all to yourself). Perfectly portioned into bite-sized squares, this melt-in-your-mouth fudge is a timeless crowd-pleaser that stores beautifully for up to a week. Whether you're a novice cook or an expert baker, this recipe ensures sweet success every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 ounces) Sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Lightly grease the lining with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter.
Microwave the mixture on high in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth (approximately 1-2 minutes total).
Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir in the vanilla extract. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts for added texture.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Let the fudge cool and set at room temperature for 2-3 hours, or speed up the process by refrigerating for 1 hour.
Once set, use the overhang to lift the fudge out of the pan. Cut into 16 equal squares and serve or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.4 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.2 g | 471% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 201 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 651 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 455.4 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 400.4 g | ||
| Protein | 64.7 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1188 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1862 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
