This chocolate fudge recipe is smooth, rich, and perfect for any occasion or party! Easy to make and even better than any you could purchase!
The Best Ever Chocolate Marshmallow Cream Fudge
This is seriously the best chocolate fudge recipe. Ever. It has been in my family for years and my dad always makes it during the holidays. It isn’t the typical recipe with sweetened condensed milk, it takes slightly more effort but it is seriously worth every minute.
Marshmallow Creme Fudge Ingredients
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Marshmallow cream
- Butter
- Sugar
- Evaporated milk
- Vanilla
How To Make Marshmallow Fudge
- In a heatproof bowl, combine chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine evaporated milk and sugar. Stir until well mixed.
- Heat to a rolling boil and continue to boil for 6 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Pour over chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream. Stir until smooth and no more lumps remain.
- Add vanilla and stir until combined.
- Pour into a greased or lined 9×13 pan.
- Refrigerate overnight, or at least until set.
The recipe happens in three easy steps. The first step is really just dumping the chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream together. I always recommend getting the best quality ingredients you can for making candies, it really matters!
This chocolate fudge recipe says to bring the milk and sugar to a rolling boil, that means the boil doesn’t stop even when the mixture is being stirred. After it’s boiling comes the hardest part of this recipe – waiting and stirring while the sugar and evaporated milk boil! If your stovetop gets super hot and takes a while to cool down when you turn down the heat, I recommend having two burners on, one for getting the mixture boiling and then one on lower heat for continual boiling.
Also…use a bigger pot than I did in the video. Hi. My name is Alli, and I’m a food blogger.
Ahem.
After the mixture is boiled, you simply pour it onto the chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream and stir until it’s smooth.
And again, if you’re a pro like me, you try to remove it from the pan way too soon and create a bunch of crinkles in the top because you want to finish your video and eat some.
Hi. My name is Alli and I’m a food blogger.
So when you do it the right way {like…maybe follow the chocolate fudge recipe} yours will be smooth on top.
Slice and enjoy!! It’s seriously better than anything I’ve eaten from a store. You can add anything you’d like: nuts, peppermint, sprinkles, anything you want! If you’re looking for more fun dessert recipes, check out my Sables Cookies or my Basic Chocolate Cake Recipe!
Marshmallow Fudge Recipe Add-Ins (or Toppings)
- Pecans
- Walnuts
- Almonds
- Peanuts
- Dried cranberries
- Holiday sprinkles
- Marshmallows
- Crushed Oreo cookies
- Crushed graham crackers
- Mini chocolate chips
- Caramel
How To Store Marshmallow Fluff Fudge
The best way to store marshmallow fluff fudge is in the refrigerator. This will ensure it stays set up and won’t melt. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week.
If you want some great information on freezing fudge, check out this post from my friend Beth: Can you freeze fudge?
Marshmallow Fluff Fudge Recipe FAQ
No, you should not substitute marshmallows for marshmallow creme. Marshmallows will give the fudge a different texture and do not have the same ingredients as marshmallow creme or fluff.
If your marshmallow fudge is grainy, it is because the sugar didn’t get a chance to dissolve all the way. it is important to follow the boiling steps in the recipe precisely for this reason.
Yes, you can freeze marshmallow fudge. I recommend wrapping small portions in plastic wrap and then freezing in an airtight container or bag.
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Marshmallow Fudge Recipe
Ingredients
- 18 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 5 oz marshmallow cream see note
- 1/2 cup butter 1 stick
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
- 12 oz evaporated milk 1 can
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3 cups nuts chopped (optional, see note)
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl, combine chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream. Set aside.
- In a large (see note) saucepan, combine evaporated milk and sugar. Stir until well mixed.
- Heat to a rolling boil (see note) and continue to boil for 6 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Pour over chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream. Stir until smooth and no more lumps remain.
- This should be done as quickly as possible to avoid the fudge starting to set.
- Add vanilla and nuts (if desired) and stir until combined.
- Pour into a greased or lined 9×13 pan.
- Refrigerate overnight, or at least until set (about 4 hours).
Jenny Lemley says
Can you use a double boiler instead of a single pan and if so how long would I cook it for?
Alli says
No, a double boiler won’t get hot enough. You need to boil the mixture for the full 6 minutes so it sets up correctly and forms the candy.
Christine says
Does this freeze well?
Alli says
Yes! I wrap sections of the fudge in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer zip top bag.
Dennis says
Are you able to taste the marshmallow in this recipe?
Alli says
Nope! It just gives it great texture.
Katie says
Hi! I’m looking forward to trying this for Thanksgiving. Can I make it a few days in advance? How long will it keep in the fridge? Thanks and happy holidays!
Alli says
Hi Katie! Yes, I always make it in advance. You can make it up to 5 days in advance! Just be sure to cover it so it doesn’t dry out.
Anna says
I made this and it’s gooey, what did I do wrong?
Alli says
Hi Anna, I’d love to help you troubeshoot. A couple of questions – did you heat to a rolling boil and then boil for 6 minutes? Did you let it set up in the fridge? Let me know!
KG says
Does this need to be stored in the fridge after it sets?
Alli says
Yes, I recommend storing it in the fridge.
Albany says
Do you think I could add bailey’s to this? About 1/3 cup and then just take the extra liquid out of the milk so it’s not too liquidy? I saw a baileys fudge recipe and liked the idea but not the recipe haha
Alli says
Yes! I totally think that would work. If you try it, let me know how it goes!
Sammi Windley says
This fudge leaves me always wanting more! Love it
Heather says
This is the same recipe as my mom’s and it really is the best – I’m never even tempted by other fudge recipes because I know they just can’t compare.
Alli says
It totally is!! I feel the same way about other fudge recipes, they are nothing compared with this one!
Kathy says
This fudge is simple to make and absolutely delicious. Smooth as silk!
Alli says
Thanks, Kathy!! I’m so glad you liked it.
Julie says
Yum. I love chocolate:)
Alli says
Me too!
Cheryl says
My mom made this fudge every Christmas. Was my Dad’s favorite, truth be told-he never realized she switched from the traditional method of making fudge to this! ???? She recently passed & we couldn’t find her recipe. As soon as I saw this one I recognized it. Thanks so much – we will carry on with the tradition.
Alli says
I’m so glad you came across this recipe, Cheryl!! I love that you will be able to carry on her tradition. This is one of our family traditions as well. Have a Merry Christmas!!