3-Ingredient Microwave Fudge

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You only need 5 minutes of prep for this 3-ingredient microwave fudge recipe. A perfect holiday gift!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword microwave fudge, microwave fudge recipe, microwave fudge recipe condensed milk

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 3

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 8

Servings pieces

Calories 118kcal

Author Blair Lonergan

Ingredients

3 cups (18 ounces) chocolate chips (any flavor -- white, milk, or dark all work)
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
¼ cup (4 tablespoons) salted butter, diced
Optional mix-in's: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chopped pecans; sprinkles; cinnamon chips

Instructions

Spray an 8-inch square dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Place chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave on high, stirring every 30-60 seconds, just until the chocolate mixture is melted and completely combined. This typically takes about 1 1/2 -2 minutes, but could be slightly longer depending on your microwave. Be careful not to overcook the chocolate or it can scorch and separate.
Stir in any mix-in's. Transfer chocolate mixture to prepared dish. Add sprinkles on top, if desired.
Refrigerate until set and completely cool, at least 2-3 hours. Slice into squares and enjoy!

Notes

For Eggnog Flavored Microwave Fudge: Use white chocolate chips, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon rum extract. Add Christmas colored sprinkles if you like, too!

COOK'S TIPS AND RECIPE VARIATIONS:

Stir chocolate mixture every 30-60 seconds when microwaving.
Use any flavor chocolate chip that you prefer: white chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, or semi-sweet chocolate chips;
Add any mix-in's to the fudge after the chocolate mixture is melted in the microwave. Good options include chopped walnuts, chopped pecans, sprinkles, or cinnamon chips.
Allow the fudge to cool completely in the refrigerator before slicing.

How long does microwave fudge last?

In general, microwave fudge that is kept in an airtight container at room temperature will last for one to two weeks. Refrigerating fudge can extend its shelf life to two to three weeks.

Can you freeze microwave fudge?

Yes! You can freeze microwave fudge that is made with condensed milk. To do so, wrap the fudge in airtight plastic wrap. Next, wrap the fudge in aluminum foil, and store in a large freezer bag. You can wrap up individual squares so that it's easy to grab one or two when a craving strikes!

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