Old-Fashioned Chocolate Fudge

This 5-ingredient chocolate fudge recipe makes over 60 mini fudge squares! These rich, creamy, and delicious fudge treats are perfect for special occasions or holiday dessert tables. Customize these chocolaty fudge squares by adding 1 cup of add-ins (like chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or mini candies) when you add the butter. Be sure to use a candy thermometer for best results.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 35 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup whole milk
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced and softened

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.

Step 2

Place sugar and cocoa powder in a medium saucepan; pour in milk and stir until blended. Set heat to medium-high and stir constantly until mixture comes to a boil.

Step 3

Reduce heat to low and place a candy thermometer in the pan. Let the mixture simmer without stirring until the temperature reaches 238 degrees F (114 degrees C) when measured with a candy thermometer, about 10 minutes. If you don't have a candy thermometer, drop a small amount of the mixture into cold water; if it forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface, it's ready.

Step 4

Remove from the heat. Allow to cool to 110 degrees F (43 degrees C), 50 to 70 minutes. Do not disturb fudge as it's cooling.

Step 5

Add butter and vanilla to the fudge. Beat with a wooden spoon until well incorporated and fudge loses its sheen; do not under beat.

Step 6

Pour fudge into prepared pan and press to flatten. Let cool at room temperature or in the refrigerator before cutting into 1-inch squares.