Is there any better way to celebrate National Fudge Day than by whipping up a batch of sweet, creamy fudge in your own kitchen? Here are five easy homemade fudge recipes that are foolproof and delicious, don’t require a thermometer, hours of work, or any special equipment so that you can share them with your loved ones this National Fudge Day, or simply keep for yourself!
1: No Bake Peanut Butter Fudge
First up is a mouth-watering peanut butter fudge that requires absolutely no baking! Perfect for creating a quick sweet treat for the whole family to enjoy.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3½ cups powdered sugar
Method:
- Melt butter and peanut butter together in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pour into a lined 8×8 pan and refrigerate for 2–3 hours.
- Slice and enjoy!
Our Top Tip: Sprinkle a little sea salt on top for a sweet-salty twist.
2: Cookies & Cream Fudge
If you’re looking for something a little different, but still with that classic creamy fudge flavour then look no further than this cookies & cream fudge recipe. Once again, no baking required for this simple, quick and delicious treat. Warning: these are highly addictive!
Ingredients:
- 3 cups white or milk chocolate chips (choose your preference!)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 20 crushed Oreo cookies
Method:
- Melt the white or milk chocolate chips and condensed milk together over low heat.
- Stir in crushed Oreos.
- Pour into a lined 9×9 pan and press extra cookie pieces on top.
- Chill until firm, then slice.
3: Classic 3 Ingredient Chocolate Fudge
Sometimes you can’t go wrong with a classic, especially when you only have three ingredients to work with to create this delicious chocolate fudge!
Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Method:
- Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips and condensed milk together.
- Once smooth, stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour into the pan, smooth the top, and chill for 2 hours.
- Cut into squares and serve!
4: Nutella Swirl Fudge
A sweet, nutty twist on the classic chocolate fudge recipe we just shared. This is a great recipe for Nutella lovers and is easy to make with no baking required!
Ingredients:
- 3 cups milk chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup Nutella
Method:
- Melt chocolate chips and condensed milk together over low heat.
- Pour half into a lined pan. Drop spoonfuls of Nutella on top and swirl gently.
- Pour remaining fudge over and repeat the swirl.
- Chill until set.
Our Top Tip: Top with some melted peanut butter for an extra nutty flavour!
5: Baked Vanilla Bean Fudge
Yes, you can bake fudge! This oven-baked version of the classic vanilla fudge has a consistency somewhere between fudge and a blondie (white chocolate brownie!). It’s a unique twist to try and enjoy this National Fudge Day.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Method:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment.
- Whisk together butter, sugars, egg, and vanilla bean paste.
- Stir in condensed milk, then fold in flour and salt.
- Pour into pan and bake 20–25 minutes, until golden on top but soft in the centre.
- Cool completely before cutting into small squares.
Our Top Tip: Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream for best results!
These recipes offer unique twists on some of the most popular fudge flavours and are an easy way for you to explore your fudge-making skills in your own kitchen! Whether you’re sharing with friends, looking for a beginner-friendly recipe so that the kids can help, or just baking for your own enjoyment, we hope these simple, homemade recipes help you celebrate National Fudge Day!