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    Home » Candy Recipes

    Easy Hot Chocolate Fudge

    Modified: Jul 16, 2022 · Published: Dec 5, 2018 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

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    When it comes to easy desserts, fudge is a favorite. Fudge is such a sweet treat any time of year, but we especially love making it around the holidays. This Easy Hot Chocolate Fudge is inspired by my favorite cold weather drink.

    It is packed with rich chocolate flavor and the marshmallows just take it over the top! If you enjoy this, be sure to check out our Easy Hot Chocolate Truffles.

    hot cocoa fudge

    Why buy store bought fudge when there are so many homemade candy recipes you can make and personalize.

    Jump to:
    • Why fudge hot chocolate is amazing
    • Ingredients
    • How to make hot cocoa fudge
    • Variations   
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Related posts
    • 📖 Recipe

    Why fudge hot chocolate is amazing

    • This chocolate fudge recipe with cocoa powder makes a great holiday gift for neighbors.
    • You can package up cocoa fudge in a cute holiday tin like this one, and spread a little kindness and cheer to friends.
    • Fudge with cocoa powder and sweetened condensed milk is the perfect treat for hot chocolate lovers!

    Ingredients

    • chocolate chips
    • sweetened condensed milk
    • unsweetened cocoa powder
    • vanilla extract
    • marshmallow bits the small ones for hot cocoa

    How to make hot cocoa fudge

    Before you start to make this hot chocolate fudge recipe, you'll need to line a 9 by 9 inch pan with parchment paper.

    Pour sweetened condensed milk into a small sauce pan, over low heat. Then whisk in the cocoa powder.

    cocoa

    Next, stir chocolate chips into the saucepan and continue to whisk until the ingredients are well combined. Then stir in the vanilla extract.

    making fudge


    Pour the fudge mixture into the parchment lined pan. Top the fudge mixture with the marshmallow bits. Make sure to press these into the chocolate or they will not stay on after the fudge has cooled.

    hot cocoa fudge recipe


    Cover the fudge with plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for three hours or until it has become solid. When it is done setting, cut it into 12 equal sized pieces and serve.

    hot chocolate fudge

    Variations   

    You can change the flavor of the fudge by using dark chocolate chips. I prefer the flavor of milk chocolate, but if you prefer dark chocolate, you can use that.

    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors. 

    Frequently asked questions

    How do you store this fudge?

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

    What other flavors can I add to this chocolate fudge recipe?

    If you like the combo of chocolate and mint, just substitute mint extract for the vanilla extract in the recipe.

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    • M&M Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipe
    • Fruity Pebbles Fudge

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    Hot Cocoa Fudge Recipe

    Vicky
    This easy hot chocolate fudge is inspired by my favorite drink. Packed with rich chocolate flavor and marshmallows just take it over the top!
    5 from 15 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    setting time 3 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 3 hours hrs 40 minutes mins
    Course Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 349 kcal

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    Ingredients
      

    • 3 cups milk chocolate chips
    • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 1 cup marshmallow bits the small ones for hot cocoa

    Instructions
     

    • Line a 9 by 9 inch pan with parchment paper.
    • In a small sauce pan, over low heat, pour in sweetened condensed milk. Whisk in the cocoa powder.
    • Stir in the chocolate chips and continue to whisk until well combined. Whisk in vanilla extract.
    • Pour into the fudge into the parchment lined pan. Top with mallow bits. Make sure to press these well into the chocolate or they will not stay after cooled.
    • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for three hours or until solid. Cut into fudge size pieces.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 349kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 76mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 1gSugar: 48gVitamin A: 190IUVitamin C: 1.2mgCalcium: 146mgIron: 0.7mg
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    1. Catherine says

      January 23, 2020 at 8:04 am

      This was SUCH a hit at Christmastime for me this year, I will be making it to take to a birthday party this weekend! Thank you!

      Reply
    2. Tenaya says

      December 23, 2018 at 4:13 pm

      5 stars
      Can you microwave this instead of heating on the stove top?

      Reply
    3. Tara says

      December 06, 2018 at 12:41 pm

      5 stars
      I love fudge and I love hot cocoa so this is a perfect combo!

      Reply
    4. Jessica Formicola says

      December 06, 2018 at 12:30 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a fun fudge flavor! I can't wait to try it!

      Reply
    5. Andrea Metlika says

      December 06, 2018 at 12:22 pm

      5 stars
      Hot Cocoa + Brownie + mini marshmallows = awesome deliciousness! Everyone will love these.

      Reply
    6. Patty @ Spoonabilities says

      December 06, 2018 at 11:15 am

      5 stars
      This fudge looks amazing! What a treat! I will be trying this MOST DEFINITELY!

      Reply
    7. Sue Ringsdorf says

      December 06, 2018 at 11:00 am

      5 stars
      This fudge would never last for two weeks in OUR house! Looks so good, and perfect timing cuz I'm baking this weekend!!

      Reply
    8. Emily says

      December 05, 2018 at 10:49 am

      5 stars
      I would never have thought to make this. Great recipe!

      Reply
    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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