Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

This very simple, melt-in-your-mouth fudge recipe is a must-have.

Ready to try a quick, 3-ingredient recipe that’ll impress friends and family?

If your answer is yes then you’re in for a delectable experience thanks to Useful and Quick’s recipe. With over 4 million views, the fudge recipe is a big hit that only requires a few ingredients.

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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It’s amazing what condensed milk and cocoa powder can do for a chocolate craving.

Start by adding 1 can (400 gm) of sweetened condensed milk to a small saucepan.

Next, slowly stir in four tablespoons of cocoa powder.

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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The mixture will start to resemble a silky chocolate sauce.

Mixing the cocoa powder into the sweetened condensed milk is also very soothing….but don’t get too relaxed…chocolate fudge awaits.

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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When the mixture starts to look like pudding, it’s time to heat things up.

It’s ok to want to taste (or devour) the fudge at this point…we won’t judge.

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

Stirring constantly, add the 30 grams of butter to the cocoa mixture, giving it a glossy sheen. Be sure to keep stirring the chocolate as it will burn easily. Again, tasting it wouldn’t be a crazy notion at this point. You will want to mix this for about 10 minutes until it thickens.

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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Time to form the truffles.

Once the ingredients are combined, pour the mixture into a small glass dish that is lined with plastic wrap. Press the mix into the dish with a spoon or spatula. Next, fold the plastic wrap back over the top of the truffle mixture (a.k.a. ganache).

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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Place the chocolate ganache in the fridge for ~1 to 1.5 hours and try your best to be patient.

After the very long wait, lift the plastic wrap out of the dish and place the cold ganache on a cutting board or plate. Discard the plastic wrap, sit back, and admire the dessert for just a moment.

Then, grab a sharp knife and cut even rectangles.

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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Cut the rectangles into small squares- perfect for sharing, if that’s what you want to do. Again, no judging.

If you want a more classic, round truffle shape, simply roll each piece into a ball.

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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Sprinkle the shaped ganache with cocoa powder to finish it off.

Store your truffles in the refrigerator, assuming you can make it last that long.

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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This three-ingredient recipe is the perfect go-to chocolate snack.

Useful and Quick’s recipe for these delicious truffles:

Fudge recipe with sweetened condensed milk and unsweetened chocolate

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You can also add nuts, berries, or dried fruits. The main thing is to cook with love!

Cooking method and ingredients:

1 can (400 g) of condensed milk

4 tbs cocoa powder

30 grams of butter

Start with 1 can (400 g) of condensed milk and add 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder. Mix in 30 g of butter and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly for about 10 minutes on low heat until it thickens.

Place the ganache into a small dish. Cover with plastic wrap and leave to cool in the refrigerator for about 1-1.5 hours. Cut the chocolate into squares and sprinkle with cocoa or powdered sugar.

Get the full tutorial on making these decadent truffles in the video below!

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Rebecca Reid is a contributor at SBLY Media.

Is fudge better with condensed milk or evaporated milk?

Unfortunately, you cannot use evaporated milk instead of condensed milk in fudge. You can substitute evaporated milk for regular milk in many instances, but it will not give the same rich, creamy taste that you get from the sweetened condensed milk.

What is the secret to perfect fudge?

The trick to good homemade fudge is to cook the ingredients to the right temperature to form a sugar syrup, and cool the mixture properly so the texture of the fudge turns out smooth and firm, but soft enough to cut.

Why did my condensed milk fudge not set?

Not reaching the proper temperature If your fudge turned out super sticky, or it didn't set as it cools, it probably never got hot enough. This mistake is super easy to avoid if you use a candy thermometer and cook the fudge to the temperature specified in the recipe (usually between 234 and 239°F).

What is the secret to smooth fudge that is not gritty?

While you ultimately want crystals to form, it's important that they don't form too early. The key to successful, nongrainy fudge is in the cooling, not the cooking. The recipe calls for heating the ingredients to the soft-ball stage, or 234° F, then allowing it to cool undisturbed to approximately 110° F.