The World’s Easiest Fudge (Three Ingredients)

Three simple ingredients makes this creamy, rich, delicious holiday treat the world’s easiest fudge…EVER. You’ll want to make a double batch, for sure.

The World’s Easiest Fudge is Great Any Time of Year

I know….. to say this is the world’s easiest fudge recipe is a bold statement. But, I’ve got to tell you, it’s true! Melting two simple ingredients together and stirring in some almonds just doesn’t get any easier. It.just.doesn’t.

Having access to an easy fudge recipe is great when you need to bring something to those special events or holiday parties. Christmas time, New Year’s, Valentines Day – all great times to show up with some delicious fudge. Add in the fact that this is a three ingredient fudge recipe and it takes less than an hour to make – even better!

Bring some decadent fudge to the office Christmas party – instant hit! Add some creamy fudge to your holiday season cookie exchanges – Yes!

So, it’s an easy recipe, but does it taste good? It sure does!

I’m not a huge fan of nuts in sweet things, but there is something amazing about the combination of chocolate and almonds. You’ve got the smooth, silky, rich flavor of the chocolate and then you add the crunchy, nutty almonds and it’s like a match made in heaven.

Is It An Easy Fudge Recipe?

Yes, it is! You simply grab a sauce pan, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips together with the sweetened condensed milk and stir in the almonds. Line an 8×8 square pan with parchment paper, pour in the chocolate mixture and put it in the fridge.

In less than an hour you have a delicious treat to share. Boom – world’s easiest fudge!

Can I Make Substitutions?

Of course you can or it wouldn’t be such an easy recipe! Think of it like mad-scientist candy making where you’re experimenting with different versions. The best part is that you really can make it your own.

There are so many basic ingredients you likely have around your house that can really change the flavor profile of this particular recipe. Here are a few suggested substitutions.

If you don’t like nuts of any kind or it need to be nut-free because of allergies, just leave out the almonds. You still end up with a delicious creamy fudge.

Let’s say you do like nuts, but almonds aren’t your thing. Well then, go nuts!! Pecans, peanuts and walnuts are all great alternatives.

You like your fudge even sweeter? Crush up some peppermint candies and stir those in. Or, a slightly more healthy alternative would be raisins or craisins.

You can also use milk chocolate chips as a sweeter alternative to semi-sweet chocolate chips. The milk chocolate chips will definitely give it a milder overall flavor.

You want it to be less sweet? Top with some sea salt before it sets in the fridge. Sea salt compliments the rich fudge flavor so well.

You want more chocolate flavor? You can substitute dark chocolate chips for the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Using dark chocolate chips will definitely lessen the sweetness and let more of that chocolate flavor through.

My point is, you can customize this recipe to fit your own taste and it will still be the easiest fudge recipe ever.

​Simple and Delicious

Since this fudge is so simple to make, it is perfect for making in quantity. Give to your neighbors, co-workers, family and even as a hostess gift. Just wrap it up in some pretty colored plastic wrap, tie a bow around it and you’re good to go.

Enjoy!

Tips for Making the World’s Easiest Fudge

• If you want this fudge to be extra chocolaty you can use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
• If you’re not a fan of almonds or have an allergy, you can omit the nuts completely or use a different nut, such as peanuts, cashews, walnuts or even pistachios.
• Lining the pan with parchment paper will make it easy to remove the fudge from the pan.
• Use medium-low heat to prevent the chocolate from melting too fast and crystalizing.
• Refrigerating the fudge before it’s set will help to speed up the process.

Ingredients Needed for the World’s Easiest Fudge

Full instructions can be found below in the recipe card

• Semi-sweet chocolate chips – This is my preferred chocolate chip, but you can substitute dark or milk chocolate chips.
• Sweetened condensed milk
• Toasted, sliced almonds – The nuts can be omitted or you can substitute, peanuts, walnuts, cashews, or really any nut that you like.

How to Make the World’s Easiest Fudge

• Line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper.
• Combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a medium sauce pan.
• Melt milk and chocolate mixture over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until totally smooth.
• Stir in almonds.
• Pour into prepared pan and spread into a smooth layer with a spatula.
• Refrigerate until set.
• Remove from dish and cut into small squares.

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• Peppermint Holiday Bark
• Easy Chocolate Creme de Menthe Cake
• Chocolate Bundt Cake with Hot Fudge
• Bittersweet Chocolate Bourbon Balls
• Dark Chocolate Turtles (with Amaretto)
• Snowflake Chocolate Bundtlettes
• Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies

ENJOY!