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chocolate fudge recipe

Hot Chocolate Fudge is creamy, rich, and packed with mini marshmallows, bringing hot cocoa flavor to life in a festive holiday treat. This easy-to-make recipe can be prepared in the microwave in just 5 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 25
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Fudge Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (such as Nestle brand)
  • 1.5 cups milk chocolate chips (such as Nestle brand)
  • 14 ounce sweetened condensed milk
  • 2.55 ounces hot chocolate mix (3 envelopes, such as Nestle brand)
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter (sliced into pats)
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 4 cups miniature marshmallows (divided, 2 cups for fudge, 2 cups for topping)
Drizzle Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for topping drizzle)
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang to help in lifting the fudge out of the pan. (Optional: Use small binder clips to fasten the parchment paper to the baking dish to prevent it from folding over.)
  2. Lightly spray the parchment paper with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Add the semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, hot chocolate mix, and sliced butter pats to a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl.
  4. Heat at full power for 1 minute, then stir well. Continue to microwave in 45-second increments, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth (this should take about 2.5 to 3 minutes total).
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract until completely incorporated.
  6. Stir in 2 cups of the miniature marshmallows until well incorporated, reserving the remaining 2 cups for the topping.
  7. Microwave for an additional 20 to 30 seconds, then stir 2 to 3 times.
  8. Pour the fudge into the prepared baking dish. Use an offset spatula to evenly spread the fudge mixture.
  9. Sprinkle the reserved miniature marshmallows over the surface of the fudge. Gently press them down to ensure they adhere to the surface.
  10. Cover the top of the baking dish with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours or until the fudge is firmly set.
  11. Once the fudge is set, remove any binder clips and use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge out of the pan onto a cutting board.
  12. For the chocolate drizzle, in a microwave-safe bowl, heat the 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and vegetable oil for 30 seconds. Stir until melted and smooth.
  13. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the tops of the miniature marshmallows. Allow the chocolate to set before using a sharp kitchen knife to cut the fudge into 5x5 slices. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

This Hot Chocolate Fudge is a delightful and easy-to-make treat, perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet indulgence. Its rich flavor and marshmallow topping capture the essence of a warm cup of hot cocoa.