Like Money for Nuthin Fudge
Indulge in the easiest, creamiest homemade chocolate treat with this "Like Money for Nuthin Fudge" recipe! With just five simple ingredients—sweetened condensed milk, semisweet chocolate chips, butter, vanilla, and a touch of salt—this foolproof fudge comes together in under 15 minutes. Perfect for gift-giving or satisfying a chocolate craving, it's endlessly customizable with optional add-ins like crunchy walnuts or pecans. Designed to deliver rich, velvety texture and intense chocolate flavor, this quick no-bake dessert requires minimal effort but offers maximum reward. Whether you're a kitchen novice or a seasoned pro, this melt-in-your-mouth fudge is sure to become a go-to favorite for festive occasions and everyday indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz can Sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups Semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional, e.g. walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Lightly grease the lining to prevent sticking.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, butter, and salt.
Place the saucepan over low heat and stir constantly until the chocolate chips and butter are fully melted, and the mixture is smooth. Make sure to stir gently but continuously to avoid burning the chocolate.
Once the mixture is smooth, remove it from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If you’re adding nuts, fold them in now as well.
Quickly pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan. Spread it evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Let the fudge cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
Once firm, use the parchment paper or foil overhang to lift the fudge out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to cut into 1-inch squares.
Store the fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 285.6 g | 366% | |
| Saturated Fat | 157.6 g | 788% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 201 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 1241 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 656.5 g | 239% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.0 g | 186% | |
| Total Sugars | 602.6 g | ||
| Protein | 87.6 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1654 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 26.2 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 4138 mg | 88% | |
*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.
