How to Make Hot Chocolate Fudge

Combine your love of fudge and hot chocolate by making this simple but delicious hot chocolate fudge. With its sweet taste of chocolate and garnish of marshmallow bits, this treat is sure to delight.

Makes: Approx. 10 servings

EditIngredients

EditStovetop Hot Chocolate Fudge ^[1]

• 1 (14-ounce or 396 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup (175 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup (175 grams) milk chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 packet (0.73 ounces) hot chocolate mix
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1½ cup (60 grams) marshmallow bits, divided

EditMicrowave Hot Chocolate Fudge ^[2]

• 2 (14 ounces) cans sweetened condensed milk, divided
• 2 packets hot chocolate mix
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 cups white chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup marshmallow bits

EditSteps

EditStovetop Hot Chocolate Fudge

1. Cover an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper. Set aside for later use.
   
   
2. Place a medium-sized saucepan on a stovetop. Set the stove onto medium-low heat to use for cooking.
   
   
3. Add the condensed milk, both chocolate chips, and butter into the pan. Mix well with a whisk until fully incorporated.
   
   
4. Pour in the hot chocolate packet once the chocolate melts. Continue stirring until the powder dissolves into the mixture and the ingredients have fully melted.
   
   
5. Add a half cup of the marshmallow bits into the mixture. Stir once more and shut off the stove.
   
   
6. Spread the fudge mixture onto the covered pan. Scrape any remaining mixture using a rubber spatula. Spread around gently.
   
   
7. Sprinkle the remaining marshmallow bits over the fudge. Gently pat them down so they can stick to the surface of the fudge and not fall off.
   
   
8. Set the fudge aside to cool and harden. It will usually take about 4-6 hours for the fudge to set and harden completely at room temperature.
   
   • You can speed up the process by placing the fudge to cool in the fridge for about 1-2 hours. ^[3]
9. Serve. Slice the hot chocolate fudge into squares. Place on a serving plate and garnish with extra marshmallows if desired. Enjoy!
   

EditMicrowave Hot Chocolate Fudge

1. Cover an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper. Set aside for later use.
   
   
2. Place the semisweet chocolates in a microwave-safe bowl.
   
3. Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave. Stir every few seconds to prevent the chocolate from scorching. It will usually take a full minute for the chocolate to melt. ^[4]
   
4. Add one can of the condensed milk and the packets of hot chocolate mix. Mix well until fully combined. Set aside.
   
   
5. In a separate microwave-safe bowl, microwave the white chocolate chips. Mix every few seconds to prevent scorching. Continue stirring until the chocolate melts.
   
6. Pour the remaining can of condensed milk. Stir once more until properly combined.
   
   
7. Add the hot chocolate fudge layer onto the pan. Spread it all around with a rubber spatula.
   
   
8. Layer the white chocolate fudge on top. Spread it around and gently pat it down.
   
   
9. Sprinkle the remaining marshmallow bits over the fudge. Gently pat them down so they can stick to the surface of the fudge and not fall off.
   
   
10. Set the fudge aside to cool and harden. It will usually take about 4-6 hours for the fudge to set and harden completely at room temperature.
    
    • You can speed up the process by placing the fudge to cool in the fridge for about 1-2 hours. ^[5]
11. Serve. Slice the hot chocolate fudge into squares. Place on a serving plate and garnish with extra marshmallows if desired. Enjoy!
    

EditTips

• Crushed peppermint candies can also be added on top of the hot chocolate fudge for a winter-themed look and taste.
• Store and chill the fudge in an airtight container so it can last about a week. ^[6]

EditWarnings

• Avoid cooking the chocolate for too long or it will burn.

EditThings You'll Need

EditStovetop Method

• Stovetop
• Parchment paper
• 8 x 8-inch pan
• Saucepan
• Rubber spatula
• Whisk
• Knife
• Serving plate

EditMicrowave Method

• Microwave
• Microwave-safe bowls
• Rubber spatula
• Spoon
• 8 x 8-inch pan
• Parchment paper
• Knife
• Serving plate

EditRelated wikiHows

• Make Chocolate Fudge
• Make Eggnog Fudge
• Make Red Velvet Fudge
• Make Peanut Butter Fudge

EditSources and Citations

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