My Grandma makes some super AMAZING fudge every year during the holidays, and everyone that has ever tried it very quickly admits that they just cannot get enough of it! I truly mean it when I say that it really is THAT good… the only drawback I have found (beyond it going straight to my thighs and tummy) is that it can be time consuming, and costly to make a batch. I think that is probably why grandma ends up only making it about once a year. Which is why I created this small batch of microwave fudge recipe.
About this recipe
When I started seeing recipes online for small batches of Fudge made in the microwave, I knew then that I wanted to work on adapting my Grandma’s yummy chocolate fudge recipe for the microwave too.
My goal with this particular recipe development was that I wanted it to taste as close to exactly the same as possible, but to be able to make the small batch version because the cost of making fudge can sometimes be pretty steep.
Now, the new microwave version of my Grandma Mary’s Fudge recipe takes about 1/4th the time and effort to make, and as luck would have it… my attempts in the kitchen were a success, because now we have this tasty treat.
What my Microwave Marshmallow Fudge looks like served
My favorite thing about this easy fudge recipe that is a small batch and the benefit of a small batch fudge recipe is that it’s much easier not to “let oneself go” and eat the whole pan…and, the small batch version costs about 1/3rd as much as the original recipe… which to me, is win/win.
Just look how beautiful and tasty it turned out! At least I think so anyway…;)
It’s the BEST Microwave Fudge Recipe!
I have tried multiple microwave fudge recipes, and was never fully satisfied with any of them… which was what actually fueled my drive for wanting to adapt my grandma’s recipe this way… and I am SO glad that I did because…
How to make microwave fudge (recipe card and video found here):
Easy Microwave Fudge Recipe
This small batch fudge was based on Grandma's famous recipe. Make the best and simplest microwave fudge recipe ever in five minutes or less.
Ingredients
- ⅓ Cup Milk (2% or whole)
- 1 (7 oz) Jar Marshmallow Creme
- 3 Cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 (11.5 oz) Package Milk Chocolate Chips
- 2 (1.55 oz) Hershey Bars (broken into small pieces)
- ½ Cup Chopped Walnuts (optional)
Instructions
How to make easy microwave fudge:
In a large microwave safe bowl add the milk, marshmallow creme, and powdered sugar.
Mix until well-blended. I prefer using a spatula for mixing.
Add the milk chocolate chips, and Hershey chocolate bars.
Mix well, and microwave for two minutes.
Remove from microwave and mix well.
*Optionally, add walnuts, and mix well.
Spread evenly into a greased 8x8" casserole dish. 
Let cool to room temperature. *Do not put in fridge to "speed things up".* Then cut into bars and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
For best results, make sure to let your fudge set/ripen at room temperature. Store in an airtight container and try not to eat it all yourself.
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HERSHEY'S Milk Chocolate Candy Bars, 1.55 oz (36 Count) -
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Nestle Toll House Milk Chocolate Chips -
HOTEC Food Grade Silicone Rubber Spatula Set for Kitchen Baking, Cooking, and Mixing High Heat Resistant Non Stick Dishwasher Safe BPA-Free Black Set of 5 -
Pyrex Basics 8 Square with red cover (2 PACK) -
Fisher Chef's Naturals Chopped Walnuts 2lb, 100% California Unsalted Walnuts for Baking & Cooking, Snack Topping, Resealable Bag, Great with Yogurt & Cereal, Vegan Protein, Keto Snack -
C&h Powdered Sugar 4 Lbs (1) -
Kraft Jet-Puffed MARSHMALLOW CREME 7oz. (6 Pack)
*Just please remember that the longer you let it sit at room temperature, the better the texture will be.
I’m pretty excited with how close to the real deal this new, smaller batch, faster fudge recipe turned out!
I can’t believe that it tastes exactly the same but only takes about one fifth of the time to make and a smaller batch means it costs less to make, so that’s a total win for me and you!
FAQ’s
I actually don’t recommend doubling this recipe as the time in the microwave would vary greatly and it could actually ruin the chocolate or marshmallow textures.
Luckily, this recipe takes so little time to make you could just reuse the same bowl and make it twice in less than ten minutes.
*I will add more easy microwave fudge faq’s as the questions get sent to me.
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*Please note that this recipe was originally shared to this site on June 1st, 2020, and has since been updated to improve user experience, remain relevant, add a YouTube version of the video, and to stay as shareable as possible on the social medias.
