Simple No-Bake Chocolate Fudge Squares

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

Rich and creamy chocolate fudge made with pantry staples, set into easy-to-cut squares for a quick homemade treat. This recipe, ready in about 15 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 130 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz (1 can) sweetened condensed milk
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/8 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving edges overhanging for easy removal.
2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine 14 oz sweetened condensed milk, 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 2 tbsp unsalted butter; stir constantly until the mixture is melted, smooth, and glossy, about 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/8 tsp salt until fully incorporated.
4. Step 4: Pour the chocolate 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 16 squares.
6. Step 6: Lift fudge from the pan using parchment edges, slice, and serve chilled or at room temperature.