Homemade Fudge Squares with Toasted Pecans

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

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Rich, creamy fudge made from scratch and studded with toasted pecans for a crunchy contrast in every bite. 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

1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
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 mixture is smooth and glossy, about 5 minutes.
Step 3: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
Step 4: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm before cutting into 1-inch squares.