Easy Microwave Fudge Recipe {3 Minute Fudge} (2024)

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This microwave Fudge recipe is unbelievably easy to make! Do you ever have the craving for fudge and you just don’t have the time to wait? I have a super quick and easy 3 ingredient fudge recipe for you that you can make in the microwave!

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Best Microwave Fudge Recipe

Yes, you read that right! There are ONLY 3 ingredients! You just can’t get any easier (and tastier) than this easy microwave fudge recipe.

Once you try it, you will love it. The kids will go crazy over it.

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It is the best recipe and SO easy to make!

This is the perfect recipe to include in our 25 days of Christmas Cookie exchange recipes.

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How do u make fudge?

There are lots of different recipes and techniques but microwave fudge is my favorite. It is such an easy way to make fudge and turns out amazing.

Make sure before you start making fudge, you go read our5 Tips to make the perfect fudge recipe.If you follow these 5 basic tips, you are bound to have fudge that will keep the crowds coming back for more.

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Ingredients formicrowave fudge:

semi-sweet chocolate chips
sweetened condensed milk
chopped walnuts (optional)

You only need two ingredients, but we decided to add some yummy nuts. I mean nuts in a microwave fudge are awesome! 🙂

Grab the two ingredients from your pantry and have fudge in the fridge by the end of the next commercial break! It is truly that simple!

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How to make easy3 ingredient fudge recipe:

Line a 9″ x 9″ pan with foil or parchment paper and spray with non-stick cooking spray.

Next, place chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl. Pour sweetened condensed milk over the chocolate chips.

Microwave on high for 60 seconds. Stir well.

Microwave on high for 60 more seconds. Stir well again.

If the chocolate chips are not completely melted, continue to microwave at additional 30 second intervals until chocolate is completely melted.

Add chopped walnuts (if using) to chocolate mixture and stir completely.

Pour fudge into prepared dish.

How long does it take for fudge to set?

Refrigerated for an hour or until completely hardened.

Lift foil out of pan and cut into cubes. It is that easy!

Keep reading for the full recipe.

Now you know how to make microwave fudge!

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How to store 3 minute fudge?

Trust me, this fudge won’t last long. Everyone will gobble it up quickly.

Everyone will love this easy microwave fudge!

Now for those of you who love the traditional creamy fudge, this microwave fudge is a little different. This is a little bit harder and it is more on the sweet end (as opposed to the bitter end).

I will say that my family loved it though. We prefer this and everyone thought it was amazing!

I love it because it is fast, easy and requires very little clean up. If you know anything about me, you know I love easy desserts.

The easier the better! I also love the fact that you only need a little bite to get that chocolate fix. 😉

Easy additions to microwave fudge:

Make microwave fudge peanut butter by stirring in peanut butter. We love this Microwave peanut butter fudge recipe.
Try pecans, walnuts or your favorite nuts in this recipe.
Top with salted caramel.
Use white chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate.
Top with sea salt.
Eggnog fudge is yummy at Christmas.

Microwave fudge recipe condensed milk will be a huge hit!

You can try easy microwave fudge recipe without condensed milk but we love the way the sweetened condensed milk tastes. It makes the best fudge!

Since it is so simple and easy to make, you can make this for friends and family with little work. Everyone will love it and look forward to this delicious treat each year.

Can you Freeze fudge?

Yes you can freeze fudge. See can you freeze fudge for all the tips.

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Here is the best microwave fudge recipe.This easy 3 ingredient fudge is so easy.Learn how to make fudge in the microwave.Microwave fudge recipes are so good

Prep Time 3 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 minutes mins

Total Time 6 minutes mins

Servings 16

Ingredients

▢ 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (1-½ bags)
▢ 1 can sweetened condensed milk 12 oz.
▢ 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Line a 9″ by 9″ pan with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
Place chocolate chips in microwave safe bowl. Pour sweetened condensed milk over the chocolate chips.
Microwave on high for 60 seconds. Stir well.
Microwave on high for 60 more seconds. Stir well again.
If the chocolate chips are not completely melted, continue to microwave at 30 second intervals until chocolate is completely melted.
Add chopped walnuts (if using) and stir completely.
Pour fudge into prepared pan.
Refrigerated for an hour or until completely hardened.
Lift foil out of pan and cut into cubes.

Recipe Notes

You only need two ingredients, but you can chose to add some yummy nuts. Adding nuts in a microwave fudge are awesome.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 298kcal, Carbohydrates 31g, Protein 4g, Fat 17g, Saturated Fat 9g, Cholesterol 10mg, Sodium 34mg, Potassium 299mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 25g, Vitamin A 85IU, Vitamin C 0.7mg, Calcium 95mg, Iron 2.3mg

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Why won't my microwave fudge set? ›

Fudge Didn't Set

If your fudge turned out super sticky, or it didn't set as it cooled, it probably never got hot enough. This mistake is super easy to avoid if you use a candy thermometer and cook the fudge to the temperature specified in the recipe (usually between 234 and 239°F).

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How do you soften fudge in the microwave? ›

Keep a bowl of water inside the microwave along with the fudge to create moisture for the pieces to inhale. Next, microwave the fudge pieces for just 10 seconds. So it will become soft but it won't have the correct consistency as before.

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What is the secret to perfect fudge? ›

Valuable tips for successful fudge

Don't stir during cooking. Fudge can be cooked on the stove or in the microwave. ...
Avoid crystallization. During cooking, sugar crystals can stick to the sides of the pan. ...
Let cool before beating. After being cooked, the sugar must crystallize again to create fudge. ...
Beat the mixture.

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Why is my 3 ingredient fudge not setting? ›

Why won't my 3 ingredient fudge set? This often happens when the condensed milk and chocolate chip mixture isn't hot enough to start. Everything must be completely melted before it is transferred to the pan to cool.

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How do you thicken fudge that won't set? ›

OPTION 3) Sieve together some powdered sugar and cocoa powder, and gradually work this into your unset fudge until it reaches the consistency of dough, then roll out and cut into squares, or shape into balls and then roll in powdered sugar (roll the balls in icing sugar, not yourself).

What helps a fudge set? ›

If your fudge fails to harden in the fridge, it means that you probably didn't cook it to the right temperature. Fudge is a candy, and that means it is extremely picky about temperature - fudge must be cooked to precisely 237–239 degrees Fahrenheit so that sugar forms the desired consistency when cooled.

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Should you stir fudge while it's cooking? ›

Don't stir!

Once the fudge reaches soft-ball stage on the candy thermometer, remove from the heat and let the temperature drop to 110°F. Keep that spoon or spatula out of the pot until this happens. If you stir too early in the process, you'll make the sugar crystals too big and end up with grainy fudge.

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What is the secret to smooth fudge that is not gritty? ›

Once the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has come to a boil, do not stir it. If you do, the sugar can crystallize, giving your fudge a gritty texture. As you beat the fudge, pay attention to color and texture. Once the fudge loses its sheen and thickens, put down your spoon.

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What ingredient makes fudge hard? ›

Too cooked

At this temperature, the sugar is too concentrated and there is not enough water left to form syrup around sugar crystals. The result is hard and brittle fudge. To save the fudge, put it in a saucepan with 45 to 60 ml (3 or 4 tbsp.)

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What can I do with failed fudge? ›

Good use of failed fudge: fudge that is too hard, too soft, too runny, too sugary, too chewy, etc. Proportions are as follows: for every 2 cups (roughly 1 pound yield) of any failed fudge that is not runny, you'll need 1 egg, ½ cup all-purpose flour, and ½ cup milk. If fudge is soupy, halve the milk (to ¼ cup).

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Is condensed milk the same as evaporated milk? ›

The main difference between evaporated milk and condensed milk is that evaporated milk is unsweetened while condensed milk is sweetened.

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Do you put fudge in the fridge to set? ›

Let the fudge rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before placing in the refrigerator, uncovered. Refrigerate until the fudge is firm, about 2-3 hours (or overnight), before slicing and serving.

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How do you fix quick fudge that is too soft? ›

How do you fix fudge that is too soft? Bring the fudge back to a boil with 1–2 US tbsp (15–30 ml) of cream. If your fudge is soft or runny, it probably didn't come up to a high enough temperature while it was cooking. Put it back into the saucepan and add 1–2 US tbsp (15–30 ml) of 35% fat whipping cream.

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What is the problem if fudge is not setting? ›

The fudge needs to be cooked at a vigorous boil and needs to get to a minimum of 116C/240F, so you may need to increase the heat slightly. This is the soft ball stage and if you drop a little of the mixture into a glass of cold water then it should form a firm ball that you can still squeeze between your fingers.

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How long does it take for fudge to fully set? ›

Proper fudge will set after sitting at room temperature for about 4 hours. Understand that cooking the fudge properly is the skirmish before the war. The real test of your mettle will occur when you beat the fudge, and learn to master the fine art of turning and pouring. And if it doesn't work out it's okay!

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Do I set fudge in the fridge? ›

The ratio of chocolate to condensed milk needs to be just right, otherwise you might end up with fudge that is too soft or too hard. Do not freeze the fudge to set it. Best way is to just be patient for a couple hours and set it in the fridge. If your fudge hasn't set, then you've gone wrong somewhere else.

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