It's family tradition to make fudge every Christmas, and I am going to teach you how to make fudge (and this is absolutely the best one bowl microwave fudge recipe out there)! We take it to all of our holiday parties, and the serving plate boasting these chocolate nuggets comes home empty. Every single time. Also, there is usually someone shouting, "Who made this?! It's AMAZING!"
How to make fudge with just 7 simple ingredients! (Easy one bowl microwave fudge!)
My mother-in-law is the genius behind this decadent microwave dessert, but I like to add my own spin on it by adding in crushed pecans and maybe an extra ½ cup of chocolate chips. Here are the basic ingredients needed:
- Butter
- Sugar
- Evaporated milk
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Marshmallow creme
- Vanilla extract (click here to learn how to make your own homemade vanilla extract in your Instant Pot!)
- Pecans
The best part? It requires only one bowl, your microwave, and 15 minutes of your time ! Please, and thank you!
Kids will love helping pour in the simple ingredients. They can even stir as it melts in between its heating intervals, just be sure the bowl is well covered—it can get hot.
The Best Microwave Fudge will be a family tradition for years to come
Truly, we have been eating some variation of this recipe for out entire lives, and this is one of those treats we look forward to each holiday season.
Make your fudge extra fancy
My husband prefers to keep his plain, but I like mine loaded with nuts and candied goodies. Personally, I prefer the taste of pecans because they are the perfect, crunchy texture, and their slightly buttery taste pairs well with the chocolate. You can add in chunks of marshmallows, candies, or whatever your sweet tooth desires.
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Directions for the how to make fudge in the microwave below. Enjoy! (And find more of my favorite Christmas recipes here.)
📖 Recipe
How to Make Fudge (The Best Microwave Fudge Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup evaporated milk
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 jar Kraft marshmallow creme
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Microwave the butter in a large, heatproof bowl on high for 1 minute until it's melted. Then, add in sugar and evaporated milk and mix well. Microwave on high for another 3 minutes. Remove and stir, scraping down the sides of the bowl. Place the bowl back in the microwave and heat it on high for another 5 minutes, or until the mixture comes to a boil. Remove and stir, then microwave the mixture again for 2 more minutes. Carefully remove the hot bowl. Mix in chocolate chips until they're melted. Stir in marshmallow creme, vanilla extract and 1 cup of chopped pecans.
- Pour the marshmallow fudge mixture into a lightly greased 9 inch x 9 inch glass dish. Top with the remaining 1 cup of chopped pecans. Allow it to set at room temperature for at least 2 hours
- Cut the marshmallow fudge into squares — this recipe makes 16 large squares. Enjoy a square or two for yourself with family. If you're making this recipe as a present, then place the fudge in small baking gift boxes, or wrap them in cellophane. You can cover and chill any leftovers for up to 1 week.
- Feel free to mix in chopped peppermint candies, marshmallows or other complementary toppings.
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Mary M Clark says
Can you use unsalted butter?
Abbey Rodriguez says
Yes, but it will be a slightly difference flavor.
Marie Champion says
What volume is the marshmallow creme? I'm guessing 7 oz?
The Butter Half says
Yes!
Bryan says
I'm sure my wife and son would LOVE this but would it be wrong if I didn't want to share?! haha thanks for the recipe!
Jane says
Is marshmallow creme like marshmallow fluff?
The Butter Half says
Yes it is!
Michele says
I was sitting here working on some blogging chores and came upon your recipe. I took it as a sign that I had everything to make this! You're right! Its delicious! My neighbors are going to love the Neighbor gift this year so much!
The Butter Half says
Michele, I am so glad you loved it! Thanks for the comment. 🙂 Merry Christmas!
Megan @ MegUnprocessed says
These bars look wonderful, what a great treat!
The Butter Half says
Thank you! 🙂
Des says
Made this today!! Love how easy it is! can't wait for it set.
The Butter Half says
YAY! Send me a picture of it on IG stories!
Lane & Holly @ With Two Spoons says
Love, love, love this fudge recipe!
The Butter Half says
Thanks so much!