Creamy Classic Fudge From Marshmallow Bag
An easy homemade fudge recipe using marshmallows, butter, and chocolate chips to create a smooth, creamy, and nostalgic sweet treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups marshmallows (about one standard 10 oz bag; mini marshmallows or chopped large marshmallows)
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (340 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (240 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- Optional: sea salt flakes for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy fudge removal. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter.
- Add 4 cups (about 10 oz) marshmallows to the melted butter. Stir continuously with a heatproof spatula until marshmallows are completely melted and smooth, about 5–7 minutes.
- Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in 2 cups (340 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips until fully melted and the mixture is glossy and smooth.
- Slowly pour in 1 cup (240 ml) sweetened condensed milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until combined and silky.
- Stir in a pinch of salt. If using, fold in 1/2 cup chopped nuts now.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. For best slicing, chill overnight.
- Use parchment paper edges to lift fudge out of the pan, then cut into small squares. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Use low heat and stir continuously to avoid burning marshmallows. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with plant-based butter and condensed milk with canned coconut milk. Chill fudge thoroughly for best texture. Optional nuts and sea salt flakes add texture and flavor contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1-inch square piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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