Description
Ina Garten’s sinful chocolate fudge delivers pure indulgence with its silky smooth texture and rich cocoa depth. Chocolate enthusiasts will savor each melt-in-your-mouth bite of this irresistible dessert that promises pure bliss in every square.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (720g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cans (14 ounces/396g each) sweetened condensed milk
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter, softened
Instructions
- Prepare an 8 × 8-inch (20 × 20 centimeters) square baking dish by lining it completely with aluminum foil or parchment paper, ensuring extra overhang for easy removal. Generously coat the lined surface with softened butter to prevent sticking.
- Select a medium saucepan and combine sweetened condensed milk with chocolate chips, positioning the pan over low heat.
- Gently melt the chocolate and milk mixture, maintaining constant stirring to create a smooth, uniform consistency. Continue heating for approximately 5 minutes until the texture becomes thick and glossy.
- Carefully transfer the molten chocolate mixture into the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to distribute the fudge evenly across the surface, eliminating any potential air pockets.
- Allow the fudge to rest and solidify at ambient room temperature for 2 to 3 hours, ensuring it develops a firm, stable texture that holds its shape when touched.
- Once completely set, utilize the overhanging foil or parchment as handles to carefully extract the fudge from the baking dish.
- Gently peel away the protective lining from the fudge’s edges, revealing the smooth chocolate surface.
- Select a sharp knife and slice the fudge into uniform squares, wiping the blade between cuts for clean, precise edges.
- Serve immediately or store the fudge in an airtight container, wrapping individual pieces in wax paper or parchment to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Opt for premium semi-sweet chocolate chips to elevate the richness and depth of flavor in your fudge.
- Gently melt chocolate using a double boiler or low heat, stirring constantly to avoid scorching and achieve a silky smooth texture.
- Patience is key when cooling the fudge, allowing it to set completely at room temperature for perfectly clean, sharp-edged squares.
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and minimal cleanup after the fudge sets.
- Store finished fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20
- Calories: 162
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 36 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg