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    Home » Food Fun Friday » Easy Hot Chocolate Fudge

    Easy Hot Chocolate Fudge

    Published: Dec 5, 2018 · Modified: Feb 28, 2022 by Vicky

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    Fudge is such a sweet treat anytime 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.

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    • Why fudge hot chocolate is amazing
    • Ingredients
    • How to make hot cocoa fudge
    • Variations   
    • Hot Cocoa Fudge Recipe
    • Frequently asked questions
    • How to make meal planning easy
    • Related posts

    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.

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

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

    Hot Cocoa Fudge Recipe

    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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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: fudge
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    setting time: 3 hours 20 minutes
    Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 349kcal

    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.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 349kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 129mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 48g | Vitamin A: 190IU | Vitamin C: 1.2mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 0.7mg

    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.

    How to make meal planning easy

    Have you heard about Eat At Home Meal Plans? If the cost of eating out or the decision of what to make for dinner each night is stressing you out, then you must try these. When you sign up, you get access to four separate meal plans each month (Traditional, Wholesome Traditional, Slow Cooker, and No Flour/No Sugar). All you do is print the plans, color-coded grocery lists, and recipes you want for that month. Don't worry, there are lots of options, so even picky eaters will find something they like.

    Then when it is time for dinner, make that night’s recipe (choices include make-ahead, freezer meals, slow-cooker recipes, and other time-saving strategies).

    That's it! Dinner is on the table and you can enjoy a home cooked meal with the family – without the stress!

    We all have more important things to do than meal planning. Let someone else do it for you with Eat At Home Meal Plans. Monthly, quarterly and annual plans are available.

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    • Easy Candy Cane Fudge
    • Homemade Candy Recipes
    • Valentine’s Hot Chocolate Bombs
    • M&M Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipe
    • Fruity Pebbles Fudge

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    Comments

    1. Emily

      December 05, 2018 at 10:49 am

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

    2. Sue Ringsdorf

      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!!

    3. Patty @ Spoonabilities

      December 06, 2018 at 11:15 am

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

    4. Andrea Metlika

      December 06, 2018 at 12:22 pm

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

    5. Jessica Formicola

      December 06, 2018 at 12:30 pm

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

    6. Tara

      December 06, 2018 at 12:41 pm

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

    7. Tenaya

      December 23, 2018 at 4:13 pm

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

    8. Catherine

      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!

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