Description
Paula Deen’s quick and indulgent 5-Minute Fudge recipe delivers rich chocolate bliss with minimal effort. Creamy, nutty squares melt in your mouth, offering a sweet escape that connects home cooks with Southern comfort.
Ingredients
- 1 package (12 oz / 340 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (170 g) butterscotch chips
- 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (100 g) chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a square baking pan with parchment paper or foil, allowing slight overhang for easy removal. Lightly grease the lining to prevent sticking.
- Melting Base: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and butterscotch chips. Heat on low-medium, stirring constantly until chips melt completely and mixture becomes glossy and smooth.
- Flavor Enhancement: Remove from heat and gently fold in vanilla extract. If using, mix in chopped nuts, ensuring even distribution throughout the molten chocolate mixture.
- Setting Process: Pour the silky chocolate blend into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula to create a level surface. Refrigerate for approximately 2 hours until the fudge solidifies and becomes slice-able.
- Serving: Once fully chilled, lift the fudge from the pan using parchment paper edges. Slice into neat, bite-sized squares using a sharp knife, presenting a delectable treat ready for enjoyment.
Notes
Prevent Burning Technique: Stir chocolate mixture constantly and maintain low-medium heat to avoid scorching or separating ingredients, which can ruin the smooth fudge texture.
Moisture Management: Use completely dry utensils and avoid water contact during melting process, as even a small water droplet can cause chocolate to seize and become grainy.
Cutting Perfection: Allow fudge to completely cool and firm in refrigerator before slicing; use a heated, clean knife wiped between cuts for precise, clean-edged squares.
Customize with Caution: When adding optional ingredients like nuts, chop them finely and fold gently to maintain the fudge’s delicate consistency without disrupting its smooth structure.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 17
- Calories: 152
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 29 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 6 mg