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Quick Easy Fudge

Quick Easy Fudge is a delicious homemade chocolate candy that's simple to make and perfect for a holiday gift.
Course Baking, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Refrigerate 3 hours
Servings 12 squares
Calories 449kcal
Author Lise Sullivan Ode

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 cups or (18 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 can (14 ounce) Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), optional 

Instructions

  • In heavy saucepan, over medium heat, melt chocolate chips and butter. Add sweetened condensed milk and salt. Stir until smooth. Do not overheat.
  • Remove from heat as soon as it's melted. Stir in vanilla (and nuts, if using). Spread evenly into parchment paper lined 9-inch square pan or loaf pan. Chill 3 hours or until firm.
  • Turn fudge onto cutting board; peel off paper and cut into squares. Store tightly covered at room temperature or in refrigerator.

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Notes

If you like thicker cubes of fudge, use the loaf pan for this fudge recipe. Or if you prefer a thinner square, use the 9-inch square pan.

Nutrition

Calories: 449kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 110mg | Potassium: 422mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 3mg