Easy Homemade Pantry Fudge

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A simple, no-bake fudge made with pantry staples and a rich, creamy texture, perfect for an impromptu sweet treat. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, layers sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips, unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 16, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves 16 Desserts cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk, 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 2 tbsp unsalted butter. Stir constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy, about 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Remove the pan from heat and stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly combined.
  4. Step 4: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Step 5: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Once set, lift the fudge out using the parchment paper and cut into 1-inch squares to serve.

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