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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!
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.
Check out this 2 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge Recipe.
Check out this video to see how easy it is to make this Easy Microwave Fudge Recipe!
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.
If you like this easy recipe, try these simple and cute Reindeer Cupcakes.
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 our 5 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.
Ingredients for microwave 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!
How to make easy 3 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!
How to store 3 minute fudge?
Trust me, this fudge won’t last long. Everyone will gobble it up quickly.
However, you can store it in an airtight container with lid to keep it fresh. We never have to worry about the shelf life of chocolate fudge recipe because everyone eats this so quickly.
Microwave fudge is one of our absolute favorite holiday treats around here. It is so delicious and just so easy to make.
I used to think fudge was complicated and hard to make until I started making microwave fudge. It is so simple and I could not believe how rich and creamy the fudge turned out.
It really is the best and so good. I can’t wait for you to try it.
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.
Try these other fudge recipes
- 5 Minute Microwave Peanut Butter Fudge
- Microwave Marshmallow Fudge Recipe
- Easy Caramel Fudge Recipe
- Caramel Chocolate Microwave Fudge
- Rocky Road Fudge Recipe
- Check out more Microwave Dessert Recipes
Print the 3 minute fudge recipe:
3 Minute Microwave Fudge
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.
I, who CANNOT MAKE FUDGE, made this SUCCESSFULLY!!
Yes, in less than 5 Minutes (including time to Chop Pecans) I had a BEAUTIFUL Plate of Chocolate Pecan Fudge!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU..THANK YOU!!
Do not put foil into microwave! Lol. Delicious, easy recipe. Thank you!
No you just heat it until it is melted.
Loved this receipt. If the chocolate is melted after one minute, is there a need to melt it an additional minute? Our microwave heats fast. It was a little hard when I did it the second minute.
Carrie
The two fudges are awesome easy
Delicious I made six batches for
Shop Christmas party tomorrow
Nite
Thank you for sharing awesome
Recipes easy delicious awesome
Five stars
I love your fudge!!! Do you have a recipe for butter pecan fudge that’s this easy??
Best fudge l ever tasted. So easy to make. Shared with family. They loved it.
Made this recipe adding slivered almonds and sweetened coconut….tasted just like an Almond Joy! It didn’t last long at my house!
Microwave Fudge sounds so easy. However, my husband likes the milk chocolate colored fudge rather than the dark colored chocolate fudge.
Can I use milk chocolate morsels instead of semi-sweet? Or should I use a combination of the two? Do I need to change any ingredients?
I loved how easy it is however I think next time I will add a 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla. It seemed in need of a little extra flavor!
I love to try your microwave recipes
Yes, it will freeze great.
Hi , are you able to freeze this fudge please ?
Thank you so much Bella!
Thank you so much for this yummy one .
I really like your way of explaining
You got my heart.
Thanks for sharing Lynne!
This is the recipe we have been making in the double boiler for years. How much easier this is! I would make a few suggestions/corrections: Add a dash of salt, half a teaspoon or so before microwaving. When it is finished, add a teaspoon of vanilla for the final stir. It will be pliable and you could perhaps put it into forms or roll it into a tube and then slice off round pieces or triangles for Christmas Tree shapes, for a different presentation.
Oh I love that idea – Thank you for sharing!
You haven’t lived until you try this with macadamia nuts 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing this super simple recipe, Carrie. It looks amazing and I am sure it would be over the top delicious with some your suggestions for add-ins. I cannot wait to devour this tasty treat.
I made a variation of this today. I used pecans and a teaspoon of vanilla to make a plainer fudge. Then I made Rocky Road fudge. With the same teaspoon of vanilla and 2 cups of peanuts plus about 4 cups of mini marshmallows.
Mixed it all together in a bowl and put it in a foil lined 8×8 pan and set it in the fridge to harden. Can’t wait to give these out as gifts for the holidays everyone loves them and they are so easy to make.
I think the firmness depends on what the ingredients are heated too. If the ingredients don’t get warm enough the fudge will be soft and if they get too hot, it’ll be firmer fudge. The vanilla extract doesn’t affect that in my opinion.
Most fudge recipes call for the 14 oz size sweetened condensed milk. What would it do to the consistency (soft vs. firmer) of the fudge if you used 14 oz vs. 12 oz? Anyone know? Also, if you add vanilla, will this change the texture/firmness? I would like to make the fudge a little firmer vs. soft. Any pointers would be appreciated.
Love it! Thank you so much for your review!
Added pecans. SOOOO delicious & easy????
Oh no! Yes, sweetened condensed milk is needed for this recipe. Thanks!
Darn..I used evaporated milk..oops
I use 3 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips for this recipe. Thanks!
What is the measurement for chips?
Dianna – I used a 12 oz can for this recipe. I updated the recipe as well. Thank you!
No size on condensed milk?
What size can of condensed milk….5oz or 11 something??
I love no-bake fudge recipes. I haven’t yet gotten around to adding chopped nuts to mine, but have made several variations with white morsels, and candy toppings. I look forward to giving this one a try. Thanks for posting.
I wanted to try this recipe but it doesn’t say what size can of milk.
What size can of condensed milk do you use?
what size condensed milk. I have a 14oz can.
What size can of milk?
I like to use wax paper instead of foil, and also add 1 tsp. of vanilla.
The sweetened condensed milk makes the fudge so smooth.
can you use sweetened condensed coconut milk
I’m glad your dad loves it. Thank you for sharing!
My Dad loves fudge, so I am constantly making this fudge to keep his stock full! He likes it with extra nuts. I love this recipe! It’s so easy and quick! Thank you for sharing it, Carrie!
I hope you enjoy it Carolyn!
Thank you so much for sharing. First time gonna try and see for myself.
Yes, you can Saja.
Could I keep it in refrigerator overnight ?!!
I’ve Been Making This Very Fudge for Over Twenty Year’s,I Love That You Can Make It In The Microwave And Also I Make My Rice Krispies Treat’s in The Good Ole Microwave Also And They Are Done And Cooled In About 6 Minute’s Happy New Year’s!!!!