Easy Chocolate Fudge / Dark Chocolate Fudge

This Easy Chocolate Fudge recipe requires only four ingredients! Dark chocolate, condensed milk, and a touch of vanilla and butter make a simple but delicious and decadent dessert.

Dark Chocolate Fudge is seriously chocolatey, fudgy, melt-in-the-mouth, rich, and creamy. It comes together in only a few minutes, and then you only need to let it chill in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours.

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• About Easy Chocolate Fudge
• Why You Will This Dark Chocolate Fudge
• Ingredients
• How To Make Easy Chocolate Fudge
• Storing Suggestions
• Helpful Tips
• More Chocolate Desserts
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About Easy Chocolate Fudge

Fudge is a dense, rich candy typically made with sugar, milk or cream, butter, chocolate, or other flavorings. But unlike other candy recipes, making chocolate fudge is super simple and easy.

My family is a huge chocolate lover, so making chocolate desserts and baked goods is regular in my kitchen. However, this dark chocolate fudge is on my favorite list as it requires only a few ingredients, and the fudge mixture comes together in less than 10 minutes.

I prefer dark chocolate for this fudge recipe, but semi-sweet chocolate can also be used. Adding nuts to the fudge is totally optional and depends on personal taste preference. However, if you add nuts, make sure to toast them for the maximum flavor.

While making this fudge is simple, taking care of a few things is essential. Heat the chocolate mixture on low heat and stir it constantly. If you heat it in the microwave, do it in 30-second intervals and stir well between each interval.

Once the chocolate melts, the mixture becomes thick and smooth, and at that time, remove the pan from the heat immediately. Overheating the fudge mixture will ruin the texture of the fudge.

Why You Will This Dark Chocolate Fudge

• The fudge mixture comes together in less than 10 minutes.
• It is super fudgy, chocolatey, creamy, and rich.
• This easy chocolate fudge has a melt-in-the-mouth texture.
• I have added toasted almonds for the crunch and nutty flavor.
• It is a no-bake recipe and requires only four core ingredients.
• This Dark Chocolate Fudge is great for celebrations or gifting.

Ingredients

1. Chocolate: I have used dark chocolate with 70% cocoa for a rich and strong chocolatey flavor. But you can also use semi-sweet chocolate. Use either a chopped chocolate bar or chocolate chips.
2. Sweetened Condensed Milk: Condensed milk makes the fudge creamy, rich, and thick. It is essential for this recipe, and do not use less than mentioned in the recipe.
3. Butter: Butter makes the fudge shiny; we only need a tablespoon of unsalted butter.
4. Vanilla: Use pure vanilla for the best flavor.
5. Sea Salt: I like to add a tiny pinch of sea salt to this sweet treat for the contrast. But it is optional, and you can skip it.
6. Almonds: Nuts add a pleasant crunch and flavor to this easy chocolate fudge. However, it is optional; you can skip it or use your choice of nuts. If you add almonds or any other nuts of choice, ensure to toast them for the best flavors.

How To Make Easy Chocolate Fudge

Preparations

• Grease an 8×8-inch square pan with butter and line with parchment paper, leaving an inch overhang on all sides.

Stovetop Method

• Stir condensed milk, butter, and chopped chocolate together in a medium saucepan.

• Heat the mixture on low heat, stirring continuously, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
• Be careful here, and do not overcook the chocolate mixture.

• Remove the pan from the heat and add vanilla, salt, and chopped nuts.
• Mix well and pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan.

• Chill the fudge until set, about 2-3 hours. Remove from the pan and cut into squares.

Microwave Method

• Combine condensed milk, butter, and chopped chocolate in a medium microwave-safe bowl.
• Heat in microwave for one minute with 30-second intervals. Stir well between each interval and allow the heat to melt the chocolate. If needed, microwave the mixture for another 20-30 seconds until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
• Add vanilla, salt, and chopped nuts, and mix well. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan.
• Chill the fudge until set, about 2-3 hours. Remove from the pan and cut into squares.

Storing Suggestions

• You can store the fudge at room temperature or in the fridge.
• If kept at room temperature, the fudge will be softer. 

Helpful Tips

• Chocolate: I like to use dark chocolate bars and then chop them for the fuge. However, you can also use chocolate chips. Instead of dark chocolate, you can also use semi-sweet chocolate.
• Salt: I like to add a pinch of sea salt, but it is optional. Or, if you use salted butter, do not add salt.
• Nuts: I love toasted almonds in this fudge. But feel free to add your choice of nuts or skip it.
• Melting The Chocolate: Whether you use a stovetop or microwave, it is essential not to overheat the mixture. If using a stovetop, heat the mixture on low heat and stir it constantly. If you use the microwave, after each heating interval, mix the mixture thoroughly and allow the heat to melt the chocolate. 

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