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4 Ingredient Fudge

This 4 Ingredient Fudge is very simple to make and it’s perfect for holiday gift-giving or bringing a dish to pass.

Why I love this recipe

This No Bake Christmas Fudge has only 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes on the stovetop then just cool and chill until set.

4 Ingredient Fudge on parchment paper.
4 Ingredient Fudge

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Ingredients

(amounts are listed in the recipe card at the bottom of the post)

Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Sweetened condensed milk

butter

red and green M&M's

Substitutions

Swap out the red and green M&M's for any color M&M's, or your favorite mix in.

Equipment used for this recipe

Step 1 - Layer an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with an 8 x 12 inch piece of parchment paper.

Step 2- Spray non-stick spray on the part of the paper that stays inside the pan, not the extra flaps.

a parchment paper sling sprayed with non-stick spray in an 8x8 inch casserole dish.

Step 3 - In a medium sauce pan, add the chocolate chips and the condensed milk, and butter.

chocolate chips and the condensed milk, and butter in a sauce pan.

Step 4- Turn the heat on to low heat and melt the chocolate. Use a spatula and stir very often to evenly melt the chocolate until it is smooth.

fudge cooking in a sauce pan.

Step 5- Quickly pour it into the prepared pan and spread it out flat.

chocolate fudge spread in an 8x8 inch baking dish.

Step 6 - Place the M&M candies on top and press them down just a little. (You can also mix them into the fudge before pouring it into the pan.)

easy christmas fudge topped with red and green m&m's in an 8x8 inch baking dish.

Step 7 - Set aside to cool down to room temperature.

Step 8 - Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to completely set.

Step 9 - Once the fudge has set, remove it from the pan and use a sharp knife to cut it into desired size.

Easy Christmas Fudge with only 4 ingredients on parchment paper.
Easy Christmas Fudge

Pro tips

For the best texture and flavor allow the fudge to cool completely and chill in the fridge until completely set.

Recipe FAQs

What is the most popular flavor of fudge?

Chocolate of course! My personal favorite though, is this creamy Peanut Butter Fudge.

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Easy Christmas Fudge on parchment paper.

4 Ingredient Fudge

This 4 Ingredient Fudge is very simple to make with just 4 ingredients and it’s perfect for the holiday gift giving or bringing a dish to pass.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Course Sweet Treats
Cuisine American
Servings 20 pieces
Calories 172 kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 14 ounce can Sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 Tablespoon butter
  • 20-40 red and green M&M's (or candy of choice)

Instructions
 

  • Layer an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with an 8 x 12 inch piece of parchment paper.
  • Spray non-stick spray on the part of the paper that stays inside the pan, not the extra flaps.
  • In a medium sauce pan, add the chocolate chips and the condensed milk, and butter.
    Turn the heat on to low heat and melt the chocolate. Use a spatula and stir very often to evenly melt the chocolate until it is smooth.
  • Quickly pour it into the prepared pan and spread it out flat.
  • Place the M&M candies on top and press them down just a little. (You can also mix them into the fudge before pouring it into the pan.)
  • Set aside to cool down to room temperature.
  • Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to completely set.
  • Once the fudge has set, remove it from the pan and use a sharp knife to cut it into desired size.

Notes

  • For the best taste and texture allow the fudge to chill until completely set. Store in the fridge in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 32mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 81IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 1mg
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