Description
Irresistible Paula Deen’s 5-Minute Fudge delivers pure chocolate bliss with minimal effort. Creamy, rich squares melt effortlessly on your tongue, promising sweet indulgence in moments.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (14 ounces / 397 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (12 ounces / 340 grams) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (170 grams) butterscotch chips
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 cup (100 grams) chopped nuts
Instructions
- Prepare a square baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or foil, ensuring some edges hang over the sides for easy fudge removal. Lightly coat the lining with a thin layer of grease to prevent sticking.
- Select a heavy-bottomed saucepan and combine sweetened condensed milk with chocolate and butterscotch chips, creating a rich base for the fudge.
- Place the saucepan on low-medium heat, continuously stirring the mixture to ensure even melting and prevent burning. Maintain steady movement until the chips completely dissolve and the mixture transforms into a glossy, uniform texture.
- Remove the saucepan from heat source and introduce vanilla extract, gently folding it into the melted chocolate mixture. If desired, incorporate chopped nuts, stirring thoroughly to distribute evenly throughout the fudge.
- Transfer the silky chocolate mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it uniformly and create a smooth, level surface.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and allow the fudge to set and solidify for approximately 2 hours, or until it reaches a firm, slice-able consistency.
- Once completely chilled, lift the fudge from the pan using the overhanging parchment or foil. Slice into bite-sized squares using a sharp knife, creating neat, uniform pieces ready for serving.
Notes
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting the ratio of chocolate to butterscotch chips for a personalized flavor profile.
- Swap nuts with dried fruits like cranberries or chopped apricots for a different texture and taste.
- Use gluten-free chocolate chips to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Create a dairy-free version by substituting sweetened condensed milk with coconut milk condensed milk alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg