Easy 4-Ingredient Fudge Recipe
🛒 Ingredients
- 3 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips (or milk chocolate if you prefer it sweeter!) 🍫
- 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened condensed milk 🥛
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter 🧈
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract ✨
- Optional: A pinch of sea salt to bring out the chocolate flavor! 🧂
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving a little overhang on the sides for easy lifting. 📝
- Melt it Down: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. 🥣
- Heat Gently: Microwave on high in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each one. Continue until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy. 🍫🔥 (Alternatively, you can use a double boiler on the stove!)
- Final Touch: Stir in the vanilla extract (and salt, if using) until well combined. ✨
- Spread & Smooth: Pour the mixture into your prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula. 🥄
- The Wait: Refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours, or until the fudge is completely firm. ❄️
- Slice & Serve: Use the parchment paper to lift the fudge out of the pan. Slice into small squares and enjoy! 🔪🍫
🔥 Pro Tips:
- Mix-Ins: Feel free to stir in chopped nuts, crushed candy canes, or even a swirl of peanut butter before the fudge sets! 🥜🍬
- Storage: Keep your fudge in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks (if it lasts that long!). It also freezes beautifully! 🧊
