Fantasy Fudge Recipe

This classic fantasy fudge is rich, creamy, and melts in your mouth. It’s a simple homemade candy made with chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, and a few pantry staples — perfect for holidays, gifts, or anytime you want an easy sweet treat.

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is easy, beginner-friendly, and comes together in minutes. You don’t need a candy thermometer, special tools, or advanced skills. It’s the same smooth, chocolatey fudge many people grew up with — but made fresh at home.

How To Make Fantasy Fudge

Ingredients:

• 3 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsalted butter
• ⅔ cup evaporated milk
• 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow creme
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions:

1. Boil the base: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and evaporated milk. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 4 minutes.
2. Add chocolate: Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until fully melted. Add marshmallow creme and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
3. Set the fudge: Stir in nuts if using, pour into the prepared pan, and smooth the top. Let cool at room temperature for 2–3 hours or until firm. Cut into squares and serve.

Prep Time And Nutrition Facts

This recipe takes about 10 minutes to prep and 15 minutes to cook, with 2–3 hours of cooling time. It makes about 36 small squares, and each piece is roughly 105 calories.

How To Serve Fantasy Fudge

Serve at room temperature as a dessert, snack, or holiday treat. It’s great with coffee, tea, or as part of a dessert platter.

How To Store Fantasy Fudge

Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.

Tips To Make Fantasy Fudge

• Use evaporated milk, not sweetened condensed milk
• Stir constantly while boiling to avoid burning
• Boil for exactly 4 minutes for best texture
• Let it cool fully before cutting
• Use parchment paper for easy removal

Health And Benefits Of This Recipe

This fudge is a sweet treat meant for enjoying in small portions. Nuts add healthy fats and a little protein, and you can reduce sugar or use dark chocolate if desired.

Variation (If Any)

• Use white chocolate chips for white fudge
• Add crushed candy canes for a holiday version
• Swirl in peanut butter before setting
• Replace nuts with dried fruit or sprinkles

FAQs

1. Why is my fudge grainy? Sugar crystals formed — be sure to boil properly and stir constantly.
2. Can I make fudge without nuts? Yes, just leave them out.
3. Can I double this recipe? It’s better to make two separate batches for best results.
4. How do I know it’s set? It should feel firm but slightly soft when pressed.
5. Can I freeze fantasy fudge? Yes, wrap tightly and freeze up to 3 months.
6. Why didn’t my fudge set? It likely didn’t boil long enough or the heat was too low.
7. Can I use dark chocolate? Yes, it works great and reduces sweetness.

Fantasy Fudge

This classic fantasy fudge is rich, creamy, and melts in your mouth, made with chocolate chips and marshmallow creme – perfect for holidays or a sweet treat.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

Servings: 36 pieces

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 105

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Fudge Base

• 3 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsalted butter
• ⅔ cup evaporated milk Use evaporated milk, not sweetened condensed milk

Fudge Mix-Ins

• 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips Can use dark chocolate for a less sweet fudge
• 1 jar marshmallow creme (7 oz)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) Can replace with dried fruit or sprinkles

Method

 

Preparation

1. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and evaporated milk.
3. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4. Boil for 4 minutes.

Mixing

1. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until fully melted.
2. Add marshmallow creme and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
3. Stir in nuts if using.

Setting

1. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
2. Let cool at room temperature for 2–3 hours or until firm.
3. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, or freeze it for up to 3 months. Tips: Stir constantly while boiling to avoid burning. Let it cool fully before cutting.