I’ve been making this old-fashioned fudge since the 1970s, and it’s still one of my favorite quick fudge recipes. It’s rich, chocolatey, and wonderfully creamy, with that classic homemade fudge flavor I remember from years ago.
One of the things I love most about this recipe is how simple it is. You only need a handful of basic ingredients, and the fudge comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop. If you’re looking for a tried-and-true vintage fudge recipe for Christmas, holiday candy trays, or simply because you’re craving something chocolate, this is a good one to keep.
INGREDIENTS
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk, undiluted
- 1-2/3 cups sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups (16 medium) diced marshmallows
- 1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Nuts
DIRECTIONS
- Mix 2/3 cup (one small can) Carnation evaporated milk, 1-2/3 cups sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring to boil; cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. When the milk starts to bubble around edges of pan is when you should start timing the 5 minutes.
- Remove from the heat. Add 1-1/2 cups mini marshmallows, 1-1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
- Stir vigorously for 1 minute (or until marshmallows melt).
- Pour into an 8-inch square buttered pan. Garnish with nuts.
- Cool. Cut in squares.