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Stack of rich, creamy chocolate fudge squares with visible chunks of peanut butter or caramel, sitting on a small white plate.

Original Fantasy Fudge

Classic Original Fantasy Fudge made with chocolate chips, marshmallow crème, and butter for a rich, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth holiday favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 36 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2/3 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 jar marshmallow crème 7 oz
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup walnuts or pecans chopped, optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • 8x8 inch baking pan

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and evaporated milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Once boiling, continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in marshmallow crème and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Add chocolate chips and stir until completely melted and incorporated.
  6. Fold in chopped nuts, if using.
  7. Pour the fudge into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

For best results, stir constantly during boiling to prevent scorching. Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator.