Description
Creamy, chocolaty, and irresistibly rich, **Mom’s Fudge Recipe** is a timeless dessert perfect for holidays, celebrations, or anytime chocolate cravings hit. With simple ingredients and no need for a candy thermometer, this easy recipe delivers a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth fudge square every time. Whether you’re looking for a quick dessert, holiday gift idea, or sweet snack, this homemade fudge is a foolproof classic that’s easy to make and hard to resist. Great for those seeking easy dessert ideas, homemade food gifts, or quick party treats.
Ingredients
3 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter
2/3 cup evaporated milk
12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
7 oz marshmallow creme
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 pinch salt (optional)
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
1. Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and evaporated milk.
3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches a full boil.
4. Boil for 4–5 minutes, continuing to stir without stopping.
5. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until melted.
6. Add marshmallow creme, vanilla, and salt; mix until smooth.
7. Fold in chopped nuts if using.
8. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
9. Let cool at room temperature for 3–4 hours or refrigerate for 1–2 hours.
10. Once firm, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
1. For best results, always use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent burning.
2. Let the fudge cool completely before cutting to get clean edges.
3. You can swap chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate for a twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg