How to Make the Best and Easiest 2-Ingredient Fudge
Updated: Dec. 21, 2021
This 2-ingredient fudge belongs in your recipe box. It's the easiest candy recipe EVER!
Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases.
Whipping up a batch of old-fashioned fudge involves candy-making tools and closely-watched pots—a fun time when you’re in the mood for it but not if you want fudge fast. So imagine our delight at discovering this 2-ingredient fudge! Not only does this no-fail candy require literally two ingredients, but it also comes together in minutes. No candy thermometer is needed.
Once the mixture is cooled and sliced, you’ll have a batch of luscious, smooth chocolate fudge that’s wonderful for wrapping up as a gift, selling at bake sales or storing in your secret candy stash.
How to Make 2-Ingredient Fudge
When made in an 8×8 square baking pan, this recipe can be sliced into 36 pieces that are 3/4-inch thick.
Ingredients
- 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Tools You’ll Need
- Medium Saucepan: This Taste of Home cookware conducts heat evenly and has a nonstick surface.
- Sturdy Spoon: The fudge mixture gets thick, so choose a kitchen tool that can handle the stirring.
- 8×8 Square Pan: We like this 8×8 pan for its blue hue, plus the straight sides make perfect cubes of fudge.
Directions
Step 1: Prepare your pan
Cut two 8-inch wide pieces of wax paper or parchment paper that are long enough to extend over the edges of the pan. Fit the pieces cross-wise over each other in the pan. (This way you can lift the fudge from the pan when it’s ready.)
Step 2: Combine the chocolate and condensed milk
Pour the sweetened condensed milk into a heavy, medium-sized saucepan. Heat the milk on the stovetop over medium heat until it’s warm—this will only take a minute or two. Pour in the chocolate chips, and stir them into the condensed milk until they’re completely melted. The mixture will be thick.
Step 3: Pour the mixture into the pan
Spoon the fudge mixture into the lined baking pan. Use the back of a spoon or a rubber spatula to smooth the mixture evenly into the pan. Press a piece of plastic wrap onto the surface of the fudge. Allow the fudge to cool for 2 hours.
Step 4: Slice the fudge
Use the edges of the parchment or wax paper to lift the fudge from the pan. Peel the paper off and place the fudge on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to slice the fudge into 36 pieces.
Store your fudge tightly sealed at room temperature for up to 1 week.
2-Ingredient Fudge Variations
Since this 2-ingredient fudge is so easy, we’re sharing a few fun twists!
Cherry Hazelnut Fudge
Make the recipe as above. When the chocolate chips are melting into the warm condensed milk, stir in 1 cup of chopped, dried cherries and 1/2 cup of toasted, chopped hazelnuts. Spoon the mixture into the pan and let cool for two hours before slicing.
White Chocolate Fudge
Reduce the sweetened condensed milk to 1 cup and warm it in a saucepan. Stir in three cups of white chocolate chips until they’re melted and smooth. Spoon the mixture into the pan, and allow it to cool and set for 4 hours or overnight.
White Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Fudge
Make the white chocolate fudge as above. Then, when the white chocolate chips are melted, gently stir in 1-1/2 cups of chopped, mini peanut butter cups. Spoon it into the pan and let the fudge cool and set for 4 hours or overnight. (You’ll need about 25 mini peanut butter cups.)
Strawberry Heart Brownies
Dress up your favorite brownie recipe for Valentine's Day! Adding heart-shaped strawberries gives them festive flair. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
White Chocolate Mousse
Don't fuss over a water bath. Make this dreamy, creamy white chocolate mousse using only your microwave, hand mixer and spatula. It's a nice change of pace from traditional chocolate mousse recipes.
