Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Paula Deen’s Minute Fudge, a quick and luscious treat that takes only 10 minutes to prepare. With its rich chocolatey flavor and creamy texture, this fudge is perfect for satisfying sudden cravings or providing a homemade dessert for gatherings without the hassle of lengthy preparation. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, it can easily be customized by adding nuts or other flavorings to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon snack, given as a thoughtful gift, or served at parties, this quick fudge recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite for chocolate lovers everywhere.
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare an 8-inch square baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly with butter.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk and butter. Stir frequently until melted and smooth; then remove from heat.
- Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until fully melted and incorporated.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well. If using nuts, fold them in at this stage.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours until firm, then lift out using parchment edges and cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For best results, use high-quality chocolate chips to enhance flavor. Feel free to experiment with flavors by adding peppermint extract or swirls of peanut butter before chilling. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for extended freshness.