3 Minute Fudge
Just 3 Minutes and 3 ingredients to rich, creamy fudge that will melt in your mouth!
There are times you just crave chocolate. Chocolate Fudge. You want it now. Not in a few hours. And it’s summer. It’s hot. I really don’t want to spend any more time in the kitchen than I have to.
Now that doesn’t mean you can’t make this fudge any time of the year. It would make a great gift for family and friends during the holidays. Or a last minute (literally) addition to a party spread or potluck.
This is all you need. Sweetened Condensed Milk (not evaporated milk) Chocolate chips and some vanilla extract. You could also change out the vanilla for another extract to create unique flavor combinations. Think mint, almond or orange.
Use a large microwave safe bowl. I love using my Large Batter Bowl
because of the handle. And I have to mention my pretty Gir Spatula
. I have it in several colors. And sizes. I use them for everything.
Anyway, place your chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in your bowl. Heat for 1 minute on high in the microwave. Then stir.
And stir. If needed, heat for an additional time, at 30 second intervals. Until smooth and chips are completely melted. Stir in extract then pour into a prepared pan.
I like to line my pans with parchment paper so I can lift out the fudge and cut on a cutting board instead of in the pan.
Oh, and I don’t spread out my fudge to the corners of the pan. I like the fudge shop look. (and all those little corner slices become my taste testing bites!)
3 Minute Fudge with just 3 ingredients.
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3 Minute Fudge
Ingredients
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed milk (14 ounces)
- 2 cups (1 12 ounce bag) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Butter a square pan and line with parchment paper for easy removal of set fudge. Set aside.
- In a microwave safe 2 quart bowl, heat chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk, on high for 1 minute. Remove from microwave. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir to combine. If needed, heat an additional 30 seconds. Stir until chips are completely melted and chocolate is smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract. Pour fudge into prepared pan. Let fudge cool completely before cutting into 1 inch squares. (you can place in the refrigerator for 1 hour to speed up the process.)
- Store in an airtight container. Fudge does not need to be kept refrigerated.
Notes
This is a soft fudge but some readers have asked for tips to make sure it sets properly.
1) Did you use sweetened condensed milk or evaporated milk? Evaporated milk DOES NOT WORK for this recipe. This is the number 1 mistake in this recipe.
2) If you used sweetened condensed milk and it's still too soft, you can either store it in the refrigerator or add an additional 1/4 cup chocolate chips the next time you make it.
3) one reader stated that using a metal spoon (as opposed to a wooden spoon or spatula) helped her fudge set. Not sure why that works but you can give that a try too.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
64Serving Size:
1 pieceAmount Per Serving: Calories: 28Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 3gProtein: 0g
Nutrition information is provided as a guide only. Please consult a dietitian if you have specific dietary needs.
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Ruth Fraga says
Hello, I’ve got a question on the 3 ingredients fudge, can I use coconut cream milk in place of sweet condense milk
Thank you Ruthie
Joan Hayes says
Hi Ruthie, no I wouldn’t recommend using coconut cream milk in this recipe as that milk has the same consistency as cow’s milk. Sweetened condensed milk is thick. If you’re looking for a dairy free alternative, you can make your own sweetened condensed milk using a dairy free powdered milk I found this recipe for one from Go Dairy Free. https://www.godairyfree.org/recipes/instant-dairy-free-sweetened-condensed-milk
Tania says
You can also make non dairy sweetened condensed milk by gently simmering any plant milk mixed with sugar, on the stove for about two hours until it’s reduced by half.
Sarah H says
Have a hunt around and see if you can find coconut condensed milk. It is starting to come on the market here (have seen a few parents posting about it in a local allergy group) and getting ok reviews. I haven’t tried it myself though.
Heather D says
This is a fantastic recipe! My family gobbled this fudge up in no time. I am wondering though, can this be made using white chocolate chips? I’m looking for an easy white chocolate fudge recipe to make tie dye fudge. Thanks!
Joan Hayes says
Yes, you can use any flavor chip you like!
Elizabeth Spencer says
Hello, Joan. I just found you via a search for “Seven Layers of Love” cookie bars and am now wondering where you’ve been all my life? 🙂 So glad to have discovered a fellow mom/chocolate-lover/housecleaning and gardening avoider! Thank you for providing me with an “answer” to my search via your Seven Layer Magic Bars recipe. I’m including a link to it in a blog post I’m working on at this very minute!
Joan Hayes says
So glad to meet you Elizabeth, we chocoholics need to stick together!
Pat Ackley says
I have been making this fudge for over 10 years. I add 1/2 box of junior mints when I melt the chocolate chips and stick the rest of the box on top after it has been cut, the ones that don’t end up in my mouth!! This recipe is so easy and not sicky sweet like most fudge recipes because no sugar is used.
Joan Hayes says
Love junior mints, can’t wait to try it!
Joanne says
HI Joan! Does it matter if I use fat free sweetened condensed milk in this recipe? I am thinking of making my own, and cutting down on the sugar.
Cheri says
Hi Joanne. I’ve used the fat free SCM before and it worked fine. I’ve been making this fudge for years and it works with either kind.
Joan Hayes says
Thanks for letting me know Cheri, now I can have a little less guilt when I eat 5 pieces at a time!
donna giblin says
Can you provide the link to your favorite bowl? It’s not working and I need to replace the bowl that I had and broke. Thanks
Joan Hayes says
I love using a Large Batter Bowl because of the handle! Amazon link for Large Batter Bowl
CAB says
What size pan are you using???
Joan Hayes says
I use an 8×8 square pan.
Emily says
I have also made this recipe with peanut butter chips. And stacked the peanut butter fudge with chocolate fudge. Love it.
Joan Hayes says
Double goodness!
Pat says
Delish. Here’s a variation that I make. Swap the vanilla extract with almond and add about 1/4-1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries. So yummy!
Joan Hayes says
Love it!
Mary Weaver says
Would mixing in some chopped pecans or other nuts work with this recipe?
Joan Hayes says
Absolutely!
Kiersten Friend says
Hello! What’s the consistency of this fudge after it’s done? Does it harden in the fridge or does it stay soft? Thanks!
Joan Hayes says
This is a soft fudge but it’s firm and will hold it’s shape when cut.
Jen Leigh says
Been using this for years. Adding coconut, pecans, and/or marshmallows adds a little something extra. Adding marshmallows makes the fudge much thicker, requiring a deeper dish. I use pie plates.
helena gill says
It didnt set for me, its been in the fridge for 8hours + and the top is only just set its still soft sticky the way it was when i poured it out.
Any ideas what went wrong or how to fix it?
Melt it again and add more choc maybe?
Joan Hayes says
Did you use sweetened condensed milk? Many people confuse sweetened condensed and evaporated milk.
SCKidz says
Do you think adding 1/2C peanut butter to this recipe would be ok? Looking for an easy way to make it peanut buttery!
Joan Hayes says
Adding 1/2 cup of peanut butter would make this delicious! I’d stir it in with the chips and sweetened condensed milk while the chips are melting.
Nerida Dawson says
I have made this many times and it comes out perfect every time. It so bad and so good at the same time! 🙂
Vonnie Alto says
I don’t have a microwave oven. How can I adapt this recipe for a conventional oven?
Joan Hayes says
You can melt your chocolate chips using a double boiler on the stovetop and then proceed with the rest of the directions.
Jean Beech says
I made this fudge yesterday and put it in the fridge to set overnight. The top is set but the rest of it is still sticky and squidgy the same as it was when I poured it into the tray. I used SCM and followed your recipe to the work – any idea what I did wrong?
Joan Hayes says
I’m so sorry your fudge didn’t turn out. Did you use a full 2 cups of chocolate chips (a 12 ounce bag)?
Jean Beech says
Yes I did use a full 2 cups – it’s now set after 4 days in the fridge.
Hannah Godissart says
I had trouble with getting it to set because I used a wooden spoon. When I use a metal spoon, it sets perfectly and quickly. Hope this helps! 🙂
Cynthia Blythe says
ive used the three ingredient fudge recipe for years. My only issue is how to get the cuts to look as good as yours. Can you take us through the process of how you cut up your fudge?
Joan Hayes says
For the best cuts, I remove the fudge from the pan to a cutting board. Then I use the largest, sharpest knife I own so it’s one straight cut down (a chop motion straight down.) If your fudge is sticking to the knife, you can lightly butter the knife to prevent sticking.
S. May says
I have discovered that a plastic knife is awesome when cutting fudge !!!
Abbie says
Hi can you spread this over a sponge cake like icing ? x
Joan Hayes says
This might be a little heavy to spread on a cake, You’d be better off making a chocolate ganache for a cake.
Ece says
Hi Joan,
Came accross your recipe purely by chance and love this recipe (because I love fudge, but haven’t been able to have any for quite some time now). I’m living in Turkey and it is very difficult to find condensed anything in the city I am at. How can I make it alternatively (or can’t I?)…
Joan Hayes says
Yes, you can make your own sweetened condensed milk. Melissa’s Southern Kitchen has a good recipe here https://www.melissassouthernstylekitchen.com/homemade-sweetened-condensed-milk/