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Fudge

This classic chocolate fudge is rich, smooth, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or indulging on any occasion, this recipe is quick to prepare and requires only a few simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400 grams semisweet chocolate chips Use good-quality chocolate chips for best results.
  • 397 grams sweetened condensed milk
  • 30 grams unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 5 ml pure vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 1 20cm x 20cm (8-inch x 8-inch) square baking pan
  • 1 parchment paper or aluminum foil
  • 1 medium saucepan
  • 1 heat-resistant spatula
  • 1 knife
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Line the baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving a little overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, butter, and salt.
  3. Place the saucepan over low heat and stir constantly until the chocolate and butter are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy, about 5–7 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Immediately pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  6. Let the fudge cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully set.
  7. Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper, and cut into 16 even squares.
  8. Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
You can customize the fudge by adding nuts, dried fruit, or a swirl of peanut butter before setting.
For best results, use good-quality chocolate chips.