Irresistible 15-Minute Chocolate Fudge (No Thermometer Needed)
Rich, creamy, and irresistibly smooth — this 15-minute chocolate fudge needs no thermometer and uses simple pantry ingredients for the perfect homemade treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups 340g semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons 28g unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- Optional: flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy lifting.
- Melt chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt until combined.
- Fold in nuts if desired, then pour mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and let set at room temperature for 2 hours or refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Lift from pan, cut into squares, and enjoy.
Notes
Use dark chocolate for a deeper flavor or milk chocolate for extra sweetness. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or refrigerate for 2 weeks. Fudge freezes well for up to 3 months.