Every year at Christmas I make fudge and this year was no exception. I don’t drink coffee but I am a big fan of hot cocoa and somehow wanted to translate that to fudge form. I experimented with this recipe and it was good, but I knew it could be better. So I decided what I wanted to change and gave it a second try. So even though I had originally planned to share this fudge recipe before Christmas, I figure that anytime is a good time for homemade fudge–right?? This hot chocolate fudge is so easy to make and is melt-in-your-mouth rich. The recipe yields a lot so be sure to share some with your neighbors, you’ll be the favorite on the block in no time! Some links in this post contain affiliates, all opinions are my own.

hot chocolate fudge

Do you have a favorite fudge flavor? Personally, I don’t really discriminate, wink wink. As long as there’s something in there with the chocolate to add some interest it’s all good. Of course I couldn’t make hot chocolate fudge without marshmallows and this recipe calls for two types–marshmallow sundae topping and dehydrated mini marshmallows. Those can actually be tricky to find I learned so I recommend buying from Amazon.

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Hot Chocolate Fudge

This simple homemade fudge recipe is rich and delicious with a nice crunch from the dehydrated marshmallows.

Course: Dessert

Keyword: fudge

Author: Justine Young

Ingredients

• 20 oz milk chocolate chips
• 2 tbsp powdered hot chocolate mix
• 20 oz sweetened condensed milk Approximately; start with 1 can (14 oz.) and add more to desired thickness
• dash salt
• marshmallow ice cream topping For the topping
• mini dehydrated marshmallows For the topping

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan on low heat combine one can (14 oz) of sweetened condensed milk and 2 tbsp (or one packet) of powdered hot chocolate mix. Stir well.

2. Add in 20 oz of milk chocolate and stir continuously. Slowly add in more sweetened condensed milk to desired consistency.

3. Turn off heat and stir in a dash of salt. Immediately pour mixture into a buttered 9" x 13" pan.

4. Pour some marshmallow ice cream topping on top and create a marbled effect with a knife. Sprinkle with desired amount of mini dehydrated marshmallows and lightly push down with palms of hands so they "stick" to the fudge.

5. Allow to harden (several hours in the fridge is best) and then cut into squares and enjoy!

I’m so glad I decided to give this recipe another try before I shared it. It was frustrating to not have it turn out right the first time around, but it’s so much better this time. The marshmallow sundae topping was much easier to spread than the marshmallow fluff and the dehydrated marshmallows retained their crisp crunch, providing a nice difference in textures. It just goes to show you–good things come to those who wait.

Have you ever made homemade fudge? Do you have a favorite, go-to recipe?