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Hot Chocolate Fudge

Rich, creamy hot chocolate fudge with deep chocolate flavor and smooth texture, perfect for holidays and gift-giving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • mini marshmallows optional, for topping
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Heavy-bottom saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on sides for easy removal.
  2. In a heavy-bottom saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Stir constantly to prevent scorching.
  3. Continue stirring gently for 5-7 minutes until chocolate chips are completely melted and mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix vigorously until cocoa powder is fully incorporated.
  5. Pour chocolate mixture into prepared pan, spreading evenly into all corners with spatula.
  6. Optional: Press mini marshmallows gently into top of fudge while still warm.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until completely firm and set.
  8. Lift fudge from pan using parchment overhang. Cut into 1-2 inch squares with sharp knife, wiping blade between cuts.

Notes

Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, refrigerate for up to 3 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. For gift-giving, wrap individual pieces in cellophane or package in decorative tins.