3-Ingredient Microwave Fudge

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This 3-ingredient microwave fudge is a quick, foolproof recipe that comes together in minutes — no candy thermometer needed. Rich and chocolatey, it’s perfect for holidays or whenever you’re craving a small batch of homemade fudge.

Tips for Making the Perfect Microwave Fudge

  • Don’t skip the salt — it enhances the chocolate flavor.
  • Line an 8″ x 8″ pan with parchment paper for easy lift-out and cleanup.
  • Let the fudge cool completely (about 1 hour) before cutting.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
  • For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
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3-Ingredient Microwave Fudge

Course

Dessert

Prep Time

10 min.

Cook/bake time

2 min.

Servings

25

Here's What You'll Need

8-inch square baking pan or Pyrex dish
Microwaveable mixing bowl
Spatula
Parchment paper

INGREDIENTS

12 ounce bag semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 2 cups)
14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
1/4 teaspoon of salt

Directions

Photo of the last ingredient, salt being added to the fudge mixture in a microwave safe glass bowl.
1. In a microwave safe bowl, add the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk and salt and mix together. You can also add finely chopped walnuts if you like.
Photo of three ingredients mixed in a microwave bowl before going into the microwave. In the background is an 8" x 8" parchment lined dish.
2. Line your 8″ x 8″ square pan or dish with parchment paper.
Photo of fully smooth, melted chocolate fudge mixture just out of the microwave, ready to be poured into an 8" x 8" glass dish that is sitting in the background lined with white parchment paper.
3. Microwave for 30 seconds, then take out of the microwave and stir. Repeat this process, microwaving for 30 seconds and stirring, until completely melted.
Smooth and fully melted fudge mixture being poured into a 8" x 8" glass dish lined with parchment paper.
4. Pour into a 8″x 8″ pan lined with parchment paper and spread with a spatula. Work quickly as the chocolate will begin firming up right away. Add sprinkles on top if you like (optional). Note: If some sprinkles are not sticking, use a piece of parchment paper and gently pat them into the fudge.
Fudge being cut into squares with a butter knife on parchment paper on a wood cutting board.
5. Let cool completely in the refrigerator for about 1 hour before cutting into squares.
6. Serve or store in an airtight container for later.

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