Description
Rich, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth smooth, Mom’s Fudge is the ultimate nostalgic treat made with simple pantry staples. Perfect for holiday gifting or any time you need a chocolate fix, this timeless recipe is foolproof and absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
2 cups granulated sugar
5 ounces evaporated milk
½ cup unsalted butter
1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 ½ cups marshmallow creme
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
Instructions
1. Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving extra on the sides for easy lifting. Set aside.
2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, and butter. Stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a gentle boil.
3. Attach a candy thermometer and continue stirring. When the mixture reaches 234°F to 240°F (soft-ball stage), remove it from heat.
4. Immediately stir in chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth and fully melted.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Let it cool at room temperature for at least 4 hours.
6. Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares. Enjoy or store as needed.
Notes
For extra richness, use high-quality chocolate chips or a mix of dark and semi-sweet.
Make sure to stir constantly while cooking to prevent burning or sugar crystallization.
Avoid refrigerating too early—let the fudge cool fully at room temp for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Chocolate fudge, old-fashioned fudge, easy fudge