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A bowl lined with parchment paper filled with simple 3 ingredient homemade fudge squares, each topped with crushed peppermint candy pieces.
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Simple 3 Ingredient Homemade Fudge

This simple 3 ingredient homemade fudge comes together with just three basic ingredients and a few quiet minutes at the stove. Perfect for holiday trays, gifting, or keeping in the freezer for a cozy treat.
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Chill Time:2 hours
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Christmas, farmhouse
Keyword: 3 ingredient fudge, chocolate fudge, Christmas fudge, easy fudge, fudge recipe
Servings: 40 pieces

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Parchment-lined 8×8 pan
  • Rubber spatula

Ingredients

  • 3 cups chocolate chips milk or semi-sweet
  • 300 mL / 14 oz sweetened condensed milk 1 can
  • 2 tbsp butter unsalted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. Melt the chocolate: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and butter together, stirring until smooth.
  3. Add the condensed milk: Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and continue stirring. The mixture will thicken slightly as the cooler milk hits the warm chocolate. Keep the heat low (don’t turn it up) to avoid scorching. Mix until glossy and fully combined.
  4. Pour and smooth: Spread the warm fudge into the pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Add toppings (optional): Sprinkle on your favourite toppings — peppermint, flaky sea salt, nuts, sprinkles — and gently press them in.
  6. Chill to set: Refrigerate for 2–3 hours, or until firm enough to slice.
  7. Slice and enjoy: Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment and cut into small squares.

Notes

  • Use low heat and line your pan well.
  • Press toppings gently.
  • Chill fully before slicing, warm your knife for clean cuts.
  • Use quality chocolate for best flavour.