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Old-Fashioned Fantasy Fudge: Easy 3-Ingredient Marshmallow Creme Recipe

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This old-fashioned fantasy fudge is the real deal. Three ingredients, no candy thermometer, no fuss—just creamy, melt-in-your-mouth fudge that tastes like a childhood memory.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (18 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 (7 oz) jar marshmallow creme
  • 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving about 2 inches of overhang on two opposite sides. Set aside.
  2. In a large heat-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and the entire jar of marshmallow creme. Set aside.
  3. Pour the evaporated milk into a medium saucepan. Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Once the evaporated milk reaches a full, rolling boil, let it boil for exactly 1 minute. Set a timer and do not walk away.
  5. Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately pour the hot evaporated milk over the chocolate chips and marshmallow creme in the bowl.
  6. Stir gently but continuously with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Stir in the vanilla extract and pinch of salt (if using) until evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan. Spread evenly into all corners. Tap the pan gently on the counter a few times to release air bubbles.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm to the touch. For best results, let set for 3-4 hours.
  10. Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Place on a cutting board and cut into 1-inch squares with a sharp knife. Let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before cutting if too hard.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients. The one-minute boil of evaporated milk is critical—do not overboil. Fudge actually improves after a day or two as flavors meld. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, refrigerate for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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