Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge
If you’re short on time for prep and want an easy, rich chocolate treat, try this 3 ingredient Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge!
When you need a quick gift or fun afternoon project with your kids, whip up a batch of this decadent, easy fudge recipe.
Why You Should Make this Easy Fudge
It was two days before we were to leave on our annual family vacation. Our oldest was coming by for dinner and I realized I only had bits and bobs of old cookies in the freezer.
- This is a dessert that can be made with kitchen staples plus would last a couple of weeks in the fridge. This 3 Ingredient Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge from Hugs & Cookies XOXO fits the bill.
- All you need is 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate, a bag of mini marshmallows, and a can of sweetened condensed milk.
- My family loved this Eagle Brand Fudge and the cook didn’t have to break a sweat to make it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fudge Better with Sweetened Condensed Milk or Evaporated Milk?
These two ingredients are not interchangeable and are used to make different types of fudge. Fudge with sweetened condensed milk uses minimal ingredients and can be made using the microwave.
Fudge made with evaporated milk is made on the stovetop, requires the fudge mixture to boil, takes more time, and uses more ingredients.
The texture of each type is unique and what one prefers is a personal preference.
How Do You Make Fudge with Condensed Milk?
A can of sweetened condensed milk and chopped chocolate or chocolate chips are melted together using the microwave in a heat-safe bowl, stopping to stir a few times until smooth. The marshmallow or ingredients are mixed in before spreading the mixture into a prepared pan.
What Else Can Be Added to Fudge?
Nuts, dried fruit, chocolate chips (frozen to add texture without melting), chunks of frozen candy bars like Milky Way or Snickers, chopped Oreos, soft bits of caramel, bits of candy cane along with a touch of peppermint extract, etc. The options are endless.
How to Make Marshmallow Fudge
I am not the fudge nor marshmallow eater in this family, but I found this quite tasty! The chocolate base had a more intense chocolate flavor as the semi-sweet chocolate wasn’t overloaded with sugar as in my No-Fail Fudge. But the marshmallows balanced out the sweetness perfectly. The menfolk enjoyed this fudge and I parked the leftovers in the fridge until we returned from the land of the midnight sun. No aurora borealis sightings, as it was too early to view the northern lights, but we had a marvelous time in Alaska.
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with nonstick foil. This serves a dual purpose: it prevents the fudge from sticking to the pan plus it acts as a sling to help lift the cooled fudge out of the pan for cutting.
- Combine chocolate and the condensed milk in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave in 30-second increments, stopping and stirring until smooth and melted.
- Stir in the marshmallows.
- Spread into the prepared pan and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Cut into squares and serve.
How to Store this Foolproof Fudge
This Fudge with Sweetened Condensed Milk has a long lifespan. It can be kept at room temperature, in the refrigerator, or in the freezer.
- PRO-Tip: Always store in an airtight container. Cut into squares and stack with a sheet of parchment or wax paper between the layers.
- Keep at room temperature for a week or so.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to a month.
- Freeze for 3-4 months.
Thanks again to my lovely friend, Danielle, for another magnificent recipe for chocolate marshmallow fudge! She is my go-to blogger for decadent treats. I promise you will love whatever you try from her blog!!! We share a recipe from each other’s sites every second Monday of the month.
Check out Danielle’s take on 3 Ingredient Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge as well as her social media sites! Make sure to check out which of my recipes she made this month, too.
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More Easy Fudge Recipes You’ll Love:
Whether it’s the holiday season or not, there’s always time for fudge. The flavor combinations are endless! Check out these 25 Easy Fudge Recipes for when you’re short on time, this Rice Krispie Treat Fudge when you want a little crunch in your treat, or this Easy Coconut Pecan Fudge for your nut loving friends!
My Red Velvet Fudge is a fan favorite with its red and white swirls or try this Oreo White Chocolate Fudge for your cookie and fudge fix!
Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge Recipe
An easy fudge recipe chock full of marshmallows
Ingredients
- 12 ounces semisweet chocolate (or 8 ounces semisweet chocolate and 4 ounces milk chocolate), I used Ghirardelli bars, chopped
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Line an 8x8-inch pan with nonstick foil.
- Combine chocolate and condensed milk in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave in 30-second increments, stopping and stirring until smooth and melted.
- Stir in the marshmallows.
- Spread into prepared pan and refrigerate for at least one hour. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Freezes well.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
36Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 108Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 23mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 1gSugar: 16gProtein: 2g
27 Comments on “Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge”
While people enjoy fudge all year round, this is a dessert associated with the winter season to me! Also, it’s super easy to make (Who needs spending lots of time in the kitchen, right?). This fudge looks beautiful, and one handful of roasted almonds and dried cranberries will easily transform it into an ultimate Christmas dessert!
Love your ideas, Ben! Genius! I need more ideas for easy holiday treats 🙂
I’m drooling over these! Love the chocolate and marshmallows together!
This is going to be my new favorite fudge recipe!
I am pinning this, I want to make these for the holidays for sure!
These were really addictive!! My kids can’t stop eating them!