Combine ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, add chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth and fully melted (about 2–3 minutes total).
Add flavor: Stir in vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and any optional mix-ins like nuts or extra chocolate chips.
Set the fudge: Pour mixture into a lined 8×8-inch pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Chill in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours, or until firm.
Cut & Serve: Once set, lift fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares.
💡 Ashley’s Tips:
For a peanut butter swirl, drop small spoonfuls of peanut butter on top before chilling and swirl with a knife. 🥜
Use white chocolate chips for a different flavor twist — or mix half white and half milk chocolate for marbled fudge.
Keep fudge in an airtight container in the fridge — it lasts up to 2 weeks, though it usually disappears much faster! 😋
If you want, I can also give you a no-bake 3-minute fudge recipe with just 4 ingredients — super creamy and ready in moments! 🍫💛
