Easy 2 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge Recipe (2024)

Today's2 ingredient chocolatefudge recipeis seriously delicious,looksgorgeousand most important of all, isincredibly easy to make!

Be sure to check out my recipe video so you can see just how easy this is to make!

It's so simplethat my 6 year old could make it, so this fudge is a really greathomemade gift idea that children could easily make forteachers,friends or relatives,at Christmas or indeed throughout the year.

I make batch after batch of this every year for my family and friends at Christmas, and it never fails to impress, so I thought it was about time I shared the recipe!

The great thing about this recipe is that it can be customised to make endless varieties and flavours, so it never gets dull. You just take the basic recipe and mix in extras or add tasty toppings for a different fudge to suit every taste!

It's alsoincredibly quick to make - Imade 3 batches in one golast week, creating6 different flavours, and the whole process took me about 15 minutes from start to finish!

You can literally have a large slab of fudge setting in the fridge 5 minutes from starting making it - it doesn't get much quicker than that!

2 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge

Ingredients (fills 1tray- approx.6small slabs)

1 400g tin condensed milk
500g Dark Chocolate
or
500g Milk Chocolate
or
600g White Chocolate

(Optional extras): Toppings of your choice*

Method

Line a smallrectangular bakingtrayor cake tin with baking parchment. If you don't have any, tin foil also works.

Break or chop the chocolate of your choice into pieces and place in a large microwavable bowl. Pour over the condensed milk and mix together well.

Pop the bowl into the microwave and heat in short bursts of around 30 seconds, taking it out and stirring in between, until the chocolate has almost melted. Be careful not to overheat.

Once the chocolate is melted, beat well with a wooden spoon until it all comes together smoothly. If you would like to mix anything into the fudge, throw it in at this point and stir to mix in.

Tip into the tin and spread around so it is in an even layer in the tin. Use a palette knife or spatula to smooth the top down. Ifusing toppings, add at this point, pushing them into the fudgequickly before it sets.

Pop the tray of fudgeinto the fridge and leave to set. Once it has set hard, take it out andcut into pieces. I like to cut mine into 6 mini slabs, scoring lines into the top and packing in cellophane bags to give as gifts.

*Suggested topping or flavourings to mix in:

Vanilla Essence:a tsp of vanilla essence givessome lovelyextra flavour and is particularly good in the dark chocolate fudge - mix in before beating.

Dried fruit: Cranberries arelovely atChristmas, or try raisins, blueberries, cherries,freeze dried strawberries (gorgeous in thewhite chocolate fudge), dried banana chips or a mix of whatever you have in the cupboard. I used a great 'berries and cherries' mix to top some of my dark chocolate fudge this time.

Nuts: Chopped or whole nuts work well - mix in or use to top the fudge (or do both!). Walnuts, cashews, hazelnuts, pecans, macadamias or flaked almonds all work well.

Chopped or smashed candy cane: I popped a couple of candy canes into a plastic bag and crushed them with a rolling pin to top the other half of my dark chocolate fudge - but it this would work well with all three kinds of chocolate.

Marshmallows: Mix big marshmallows into the fudge or use mini marshmallows to top - there are some really fun seasonal shaped marshmallows around at this time of year that you could use to top the fudge too.

Chunks of contrasting chocolate: mix chunks of milk chocolateinto white chocolate fudge or vice versa or press pieces of chocolate into the top. I added milky way magic stars to the top of my white chocolate fudge, but buttons, jazzies, maltesers, smarties or chocolate chips would also work well.

Swirled double chocolate fudge: make up two batches of contrasting fudge (e.g. white chocolate at milk chocolate)and swirl them together in the tin.

If you only want one batch, halve the recipe and put half of a tin of condensed milk in each bowl of chocolate.

Sprinkles: Top plain chocolate fudge with sprinkles of your choice - there are some great seasonal sprinkles available in most supermarkets or online. Try red and white nonpareils on dark chocolate, or snowflake sprinkles on white chocolate.

I sent most of the fudge off toSmall Child'sschool Christmas Fayre,I hopeit was enjoyed by whoever purchased it!

Hopefully I've managed to give you plenty of ideas so you can make this fudge your own! Can you think of any other toppings to add?

Grace

Easy 2 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge Recipe (6)

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2 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge

This 2 Ingredient 5 minute simple fudge recipe is brilliant for easy edible gift idea that kids can make themselves!

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Total Time5 minutes mins

Course: Dessert, Gift

Cuisine: British, Vegetarian

Servings: 52 pieces

Author: Grace Hall

Ingredients

  • 400 g tin condensed milk
  • 500 g Dark Chocolate
  • or
  • 500 g Milk Chocolate
  • or
  • 600 g White Chocolate
  • Optional extras: Toppings of your choice. (See notes.)

Instructions

  • Line a smallrectangular bakingtrayor cake tin with baking parchment. If you don't have any, tin foil also works.

  • Break or chop the chocolate of your choice into pieces and place in a large microwavable bowl. Pour over the condensed milk and mix together well.

  • Pop the bowl into the microwave and heat in short bursts of around 30 seconds, taking it out and stirring in between, until the chocolate has almost melted. Be careful not to overheat.

  • Once the chocolate is melted, beat well with a wooden spoon until it all comes together smoothly. If you would like to mix anything into the fudge, throw it in at this point and stir to mix in.

  • Tip into the tin and spread around so it is in an even layer in the tin. Use a palette knife or spatula to smooth the top down. Ifusing toppings, add at this point, pushing them into the fudgequickly before it sets.

  • Pop the tray of fudgeinto the fridge and leave to set. Once it has set hard, take it out andcut into pieces. I like to cut mine into 6 mini slabs, scoring lines into the top and packing in cellophane bags to give as gifts.

Video

Notes

*Suggested topping or flavourings to mix in:

Vanilla Essence: particularly good in the dark chocolate fudge - mix in before beating.

Dried fruit; Cranberries, raisins, blueberries, cherries,freeze dried strawberries (gorgeous in thewhite chocolate fudge), dried banana chips or a mix of whatever you have in the cupboard.

Nuts; Walnuts, cashews, hazelnuts, pecans, macadamias or flaked almonds - Chopped or whole nuts, mix in or use to top the fudge (or do both!).

Chopped or smashed candy cane.

Marshmallows: Mix big marshmallows into the fudge or use mini marshmallows to top.

Chunks of contrasting chocolate: mix chunks of milk chocolateinto white chocolate fudge or vice versa or press pieces of chocolate into the top. Milky way magic stars, buttons, jazzies, maltesers, smarties or chocolate chips would also work well.

Swirled double chocolate fudge: make up two batches of contrasting fudge (e.g. white chocolate at milk chocolate)and swirl them together in the tin. If you only want one batch, halve the recipe and put half of a tin of condensed milk in each bowl of chocolate.

Sprinkles: Try red and white nonpareils on dark chocolate, or snowflake sprinkles on white chocolate.

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Easy 2 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why won't my 2 ingredient fudge set? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

Tips for Making Fudge
  • Monitor the Temperature with a Candy Thermometer. If you end up with soft fudge that turns into a puddle in your hands or hard fudge that is a bit reminiscent of a crunchy candy, improper temperature is likely to blame. ...
  • Avoid Stirring Once the Mixture Comes to a Simmer. ...
  • Beat Thoroughly.
Mar 8, 2023

What is the secret to non grainy fudge? ›

A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals.

Will powdered sugar thicken fudge? ›

How to thicken your fudge? If your fudge it noticeably thin, you may want to add more chocolate. If you are out of chocolate, you can also add 1/4-1/2 cup of powdered sugar. This, however, can make the fudge very sweet.

Can I fix fudge that didn'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).

Why does homemade fudge get hard? ›

As water gradually evaporates, sugar is concentrated and the temperature of the mixture rises above 100°C (212°F). If there is too much evaporation, when the cooking time is too long, there will not be enough water left in the fudge and it will be too hard.

What not to do when making fudge? ›

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Candy Shop-Worthy Fudge and Caramels
  1. Using the Wrong Pan. All candy and confections start by melting sugar. ...
  2. Stirring the Sugar. ...
  3. Not Using a Candy Thermometer. ...
  4. Leaving Out the Parchment Paper Lining. ...
  5. Skipping the Cooking Spray. ...
  6. Scraping the Pot. ...
  7. Using a Cold Knife to Slice.
Dec 16, 2015

Do you stir fudge when it's boiling? ›

Brush the sides of the pan with a wet brush at the beginning of cooking to dissolve sugar crystals stuck to the sides. Never stir the mixture during cooking or sugar could crystallize again. The mixture may seize and become grainy. Use a candy thermometer or conduct a cold water test to check if the fudge is done.

Why shouldn't you stir fudge after it reaches the correct temperature? ›

After cooking, the mixture must cool before being stirred in order to make it crystallize. This cooling period is essential: this is what determines the size of sugar crystals which, remember, should be as tiny as possible. Ideally, the syrup should cool to a temperature of around 43 to 50 °C (110 to 122 °F).

What to do with failed fudge? ›

My advice to you is to just pour it in a jar, call it something else delicious, and pretend you meant for it to be that way. The nice thing about my “failed” fudge is that it tastes absolutely delicious! A spoonful of the delectable treat will make you want for more.

Why won't my condensed milk 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).

How do you get fudge to soft ball stage? ›

The soft ball stage is the point when melted sugar is 236 degrees. Without a candy thermometer, you can achieve this with what is called a “cold water method”. Fill a small glass with ice and cover it with water until it is ice cold.. Drop your hot sugar syrup into the ice water.

Why is my chocolate fudge so runny? ›

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.

How do you make homemade fudge firmer? ›

​Harden the fudge:​ Place your container or tins in the fridge for 2 hours, which is the time it takes for the fudge to set. Once it's hardened, cut the fudge into 12 pieces or remove it from the muffin tins. Store in the fridge or the freezer (if you don't devour it right away).

Why is my sugar not melting in my fudge? ›

It might be that you haven't dissolved all the sugar before boiling the fudge mixture. It could be that there just wasn't enough fluid or fat to enable the sugar to dissolve or it might even be that the fudge wasn't beaten long enough or hard enough.

How to make runny fudge set? ›

How can you fix soft fudge? Put it in a microwave safe bowl that is large enough that it won't boil over. Reheat it to the boiling point and cook for about 3 more minutes. Then you can beat some powdered sugar into it if this doesn't make it set.

What causes fudge to be too soft? ›

there is too much leftover water in the syrup and the resulting fudge is soft. To save the fudge, put it in a saucepan with 15 to 30 ml (1 or 2 tbsp.) of 35% cream and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is completely melted. Then let it boil until the thermometer reaches 114 to 115 °C (237 to 239 °F).

What makes fudge set up? ›

Cooking is necessary to dissolve sugar crystals and to evaporate part of the water in the cream. The length of this step has a direct impact on the firmness of the fudge. As water gradually evaporates, sugar is concentrated and the temperature of the mixture rises above 100°C (212°F).

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