Only 3 ingredients, a microwave, and 2 minutes is all you need to make this fudge that is as good as Grandma’s. GASP!
My Great Grandma made the BEST fudge in the world. As, I’m sure, you’d say yours did :). My Great Grandma’s fudge was made entirely on the stovetop, employing huge amounts of butter and marshmallow fluff. We loved Christmas when we knew GG would make up a batch or two; she always included a batch without nuts (I HATE nuts in my fudge) just for me. It was heaven! Fudge and homemade peanut butter cups are what make my Christmases.
This 2-minute microwave fudge recipe is as good as Great Grandma’s. For real. I would rather have Great Grandma’s any day of the week if it was delivered by her, don’t mistake. But flavor-wise…this microwave fudge recipe can’t be beat! It’s the microwave fudge recipe I use year after year during the holidays.
We made a quick-and-easy step-by-step video that shows the process of making this great microwave fudge! Check it out below and see just how simple this recipe really is – sure to be a new favorite!
Start out by simply adding 3 ingredients (which is all of them) into one microwave safe bowl. No mess, no pile of dishes to clean up! Super easy, right?
Melt in 30-second intervals in the microwave. (Careful not to burn yourself!) Mix it up and mix in your add-ins.
Pour into wax-lined or greased 8 x 8 pan. Cool in the fridge for 2-4 hours, then cut. That’s it!
Problems you might encounter and how to avoid them:
Microwave in bursts! – Don’t just zap it and walk away. Stir every 30 seconds, or you’ll have burnt chocolate on your hands.
Cut the butter! – Smaller pieces melt faster and keep your fudge from getting greasy.
Stir it good – Get that sweetened condensed milk in there properly, or your fudge will be streaky and sad.
Set it right – Patience! Let it chill for 2-4 hours, or it’ll just be a melty mess.
Pan prep is a must – Wax paper or grease the pan. Trust me, you’ll be glad you did when it comes time to lift it out.
Mix those nuts in – Stir ’em through evenly, or you’ll end up with an awkward bite of just chocolate or just nuts.
Be patient with the stir – If it looks a little lumpy at first, keep stirring until it’s smooth. It’ll be worth it.
This fudge is so good, it’s hard to believe it’s just made in a microwave. Give it a try! This may the only fudge recipe you’ll ever use again ;) My Great Grandma would be so proud!
Don’t forget to tell stories about your own Grandma’s homemade fudge recipe and make the original recipe sometimes with your kids. Be sure to write that recipe down on a keepsake card or find other ways to cherish a kitchen memory about someone you love.
Remember…we’re about collecting memories, not stuff! Share this recipe with your friends and family this holiday season.
2-minute Microwave Fudge Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 bags semisweet chocolate chips 18 oz or 3 cups.
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 stick of butter
Instructions
- Put ingredients in a large microwave bowl. Be sure to cut the butter into smaller sections so it melts as quickly as the chocolate.
- Cook it up in the microwave until it’s melted, stirring every 30 seconds or so. The amount of time this takes can vary, so watch for your chocolate to be smooth.
- When melted, remove from microwave. (Careful not to burn yourself!)
- Stir in your add-ins. We used pecans, but any number of add-ins are great!
- Pour into a wax-paper-lined or greased 8 by 8 pan.
- Cool 2 to 4 hours in the fridge.
- Cut and enjoy!
I’ve been a marshmallow cream/boiling for 5 minutes till the temperature gets right and then stirring till it’s ready for thirty years but due to a leg injury this year Dec 2024 I can’t stand for too long. This three ingredient microwave fudge is awesome! Thanks so much.♥️
A bag of chocolate chips is about 12 oz or 2 cups. So 1 1/2 bags would be about 3 cups or 18oz. I will add that to the measurements so it is clear for others.
How much is 1 & 1/2 bags of chocolate chips in cups or grams
I love how simple this recipe is and my husband will surely love that you can do it all in the microwave :). Haven’t made fudge before, but now I’m inspired to try!
Yummmm! This looks so yummy and easy to make! :)
Glad it worked out for you!!!
Today’s a lazy day and made this with my microwave. I can’t believe it actually turned out great lol I’ll be making this again by the weekend and let the fam bam enjoy this treat. Thanks!
You are most welcome!
This is so handy to have…especially in the chocolate-loving home in which I live :) Thanks for the shortcut.
Oh I’m so glad to hear that!! It’s always great to get responses on my posts!
This was delicious! Quick and easy! Will be making it again! :)
This looks so delish! We are having a cookie recipe linky party and I would love for you to share these ; ) It’s at swtboutique.blogspot.com if you would like to. Thanks so much
Steph
evil in chocolate form :).
make it.
do it.
Evil. Pure sweet evil.
Bliss
Ooo I am going to have a bash at this tomorrow – I have a daughter who is heartbroken her pet mouse passed away today and this could be just the thing to help perk her up – thanks, I’ll come back and let you know how I get on!
Go!! You can have this made and eaten before lunch!!
Oh…yummmm! I need to do this…we have a ton of candy left over! Now I’m hungry!
First off- HOLY HELL LADY that Camera is like ahhhhhhmazing! Look at those photos- I mean you are a great photographer and all..but good gosh Janel! Crisp. clean. basically just plop one of those fudge things in my mouth and shut me up- because I could go on and on and on– !!!! great recipe!
Thanks Evelyn!
I can’t believe how good it turned out. Microwaves never turn out good treats!!
YUM!!! I love the M & M’s in it. Oh yes, I am pinning it (you know how I love to pin recipes, lol). Great job to your kiddo!