Description
This decadent Easy Swirl Fudge combines smooth, rich semi-sweet chocolate with a light, fluffy marshmallow ribbon. Designed for beginners, this recipe uses sweetened condensed milk to achieve a silky, candy-shop texture without the need for a thermometer. Perfect for holiday gifting or a quick weekend treat, the addition of crunchy nuts and a hint of vanilla ensures a professional result that melts in your mouth every time.
Ingredients
3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
4 tablespoons butter (divided)
1 dash salt
1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
2 cups miniature marshmallows
Instructions
Line an 8 or 9-inch square pan with wax paper and coat with cooking spray.
Combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, 2 tablespoons of butter, and salt in a heavy saucepan.
Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and chopped nuts.
Spread half of the fudge mixture into the prepared pan.
Sprinkle a layer of miniature marshmallows over the base, then top with the remaining fudge mixture.
Take a butter knife and gently swirl the fudge to incorporate the marshmallows.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm before slicing into squares.
Notes
Ensure you use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk, for proper setting. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg