Pantry Chocolate Fudge Squares

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Simple homemade fudge made from basic pantry ingredients, cut into rich, creamy squares perfect for gifting or snacking. This recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 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 150 calories and feeds 16, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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: 10 min Serves 16 Desserts cuisine 150 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 an 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 and butter are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  3. Step 3: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts if using, mixing to combine evenly.
  4. Step 4: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
  5. Step 5: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm enough to cut into 1-inch squares.
  6. Step 6: Use the parchment overhang to lift the fudge from the pan, then cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.

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