Easy 5 Minute Microwave Fudge Recipe

Name: Easy 5 Minute Microwave Fudge
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 125 min
Ingredients: 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips ((about two cups)); 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (recommend Eagle Brand); 2 tablespoons butter (cold); 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

This unbelievably easy 5-Minute Microwave Fudge will melt in your mouth! Rich, creamy, chocolatey fudge squares without the hassle of making temperamental, old-fashioned stovetop fudge.

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This unbelievably easy, 5-Minute Microwave Fudge will melt in your mouth! Rich, creamy, chocolatey fudge squares without the hassle of making temperamental, old-fashioned stovetop fudge. Your guests will never guess that your fudge was made in the microwave!

Who doesn’t love chocolate fudge? It’s creamy, sweet, and the perfect dessert to have after dinner. Although it can be tempting to purchase fudge for convenience, homemade chocolate fudge tastes wonderful and is so easy to make!

I’m all about a recipe that’s not only easy but requires no oven or stovetop cooking. And this 5 minute microwave fudge recipe requires minimal effort for delicious results!

Believe me, this recipe is so easy it’s almost embarrassing. All you need are 4 ingredients and about 5 minutes to make this decadent treat! What could be better than that?

It makes a great gift for friends and neighbors during the holiday season. You’ll be surprised how many people ask for the recipe after they taste it.

❤ Why We Love This Recipe

It’s quick and easy with minimal clean-up.
Satisfies your sweet tooth without being too sweet.
Can be made in a pinch. You probably already have the ingredients on hand.
A great holiday treat!

🥄 Equipment You’ll Need

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🛒 Ingredient Notes

Ingredients you'll need for this recipe.

Chocolate Chips (I use semi-sweet chocolate chips and always purchase a quality brand. Store brands and other lower quality brands tend to be waxier.)
Sweetened Condensed Milk (Eagle Brand recommended.)
Butter (The butter should be cold and cut into small pieces.)
Vanilla Extract (It seems contradictory, but vanilla is almost always used with chocolate to bring out the flavor.)

You’ll find detailed measurements for all ingredients in the printable version of the recipe at the bottom of this post.

🔪 How to Make Easy Microwave Fudge

Prepare the Pan

Step 1: Butter a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.

Melt the Chocolate

Partially melted chocolate chips in a bowl. — **Step 2.**

Step 2: Using a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the chocolate chips on high for one minute. Stir, then microwave again for 30 seconds. Continue microwaving in 10 second increments until chips are almost completely melted.

👉 PRO TIP: Be sure to check and stir the chocolate frequently. The chips will hold their shape and appear to not be melted until stirred. Stop microwaving when the chips are about 90% melted. They’ll finish melting from the residual heat.

Add Milk

Condensed milk added to partially melted chips. — **Step 3.**

Milk and chocolate stirred together in a bowl. — **Step 3.**

Step 3: Remove from the microwave and add the condensed milk. Stir until incorporated into the chocolate.

Add Butter

Small pieces of butter added to top of chocolate. — **Step 4.**

Butter and melted chocolate stirred together in a bowl. — **Step 4.**

Step 4: Cut the butter into small pieces and put it on top of the chocolate mixture in the bowl.

Step 5: Return the bowl to the microwave for another 30-45 seconds until the butter is melted. Stir well.

Step 6: Add the vanilla and stir until smooth.

Pour into Pan

Chocolate mixture in prepared loaf pan. — **Step 7.**

Loaf pan covered with plastic wrap. — **Step 7.**

Step 7: Pour into the prepared loaf pan. Cover the pan with plastic wrap.

Chill

Step 8: Chill for at least 2 hours.

Cut and Serve

Fudge unmolded onto parchment paper. — **Step 9.**

Step 9: Use a sharp knife to cut the fudge into squares and serve.

👉 PRO TIP: To make cutting the fudge easier and neater, heat the knife under hot running water. Wipe the blade clean between each cut.

🍚 Storage

Storage: This easy, five-minute microwave fudge should be stored at room temperature in a sealed container. It will last for up to 4 days.
Freeze: The fudge may be frozen in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to four weeks. I prefer to cut it into serving-sized pieces before freezing.

❗ Recipe Tips and Variations

Because this recipe comes together so quickly, it’s easiest to have all the ingredients and equipment ready before you start.
Be careful when microwaving – If you overheat the fudge, it will get dry and crumbly (called “seizing”). Be sure to keep an eye on it while it is heating.
If you want even easier cleanup, line the pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil and then spray or butter the liner.
This five-minute microwave fudge recipe is easy to customize! Try adding sea salt on top, or mix in chopped walnuts or pecans.
White chocolate fudge with peppermint bits makes a great holiday treat. Substitute white chocolate chips and add in some crushed candy canes!
Vary the flavoring extract to make different versions of fudge. Use peppermint extract to make a mint chocolate chip fudge or orange extract with white chocolate for a delicious treat!

❓ Questions About 5-Minute Fudge

Can I melt the chocolate on the stove instead?

If you’d rather use the stovetop for this easy fudge recipe, you can melt the chocolate in a double boiler. It will take a little longer, but it is much less likely to burn or seize.

Can I use chocolate bars instead of chips?

If you’re using baking chocolate instead of chocolate chips, it should be chopped roughly before melting. Either break it into pieces with your hands, roughly chop it with a chef’s knife or pulse it in a food processor.

Can I make a double batch?

You can double the recipe and use a 9×13 pan for molding the fudge. The microwaving time will need to be adjusted and monitored carefully.

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