Decadent Hot Chocolate Fudge Candy Recipe
This Decadent Hot Chocolate Fudge Candy combines rich semi-sweet and milk chocolate with creamy sweetened condensed milk and a warming hot chocolate mix for an irresistible treat. Miniature marshmallows add a soft, fluffy texture, while a drizzle of melted chocolate provides a glossy finishing touch. Perfect for gifting or enjoying as a cozy indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 255 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 255 grams milk chocolate chips
- 397 grams sweetened condensed milk
- 72 grams hot chocolate mix
- 56 grams salted butter, sliced
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 4 cups miniature marshmallows, divided
Chocolate Drizzle
- 85 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Dish: Line a 20 x 20 cm baking dish with parchment paper, ensuring there is an overhang on the sides to make removing the fudge easier later on.
- Combine Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, hot chocolate mix, and sliced salted butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir until the mixture is smooth and homogenous. If the chocolate chips have not fully melted, continue microwaving in 45-second increments, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Add Flavor and Marshmallows: Stir in the pure vanilla extract into the warm fudge mixture. Then fold in 2 cups of the miniature marshmallows gently to incorporate them evenly.
- Soften Topping Marshmallows: Place the remaining 2 cups of miniature marshmallows in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 20-30 seconds until soft and slightly puffed.
- Assemble Fudge: Spread the fudge mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Top with the softened marshmallows and gently press them down into the fudge to adhere.
- Chill: Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to allow the fudge to set completely.
- Melt Drizzle Chocolate: Melt 85 grams of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in the microwave in short bursts, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle the melted chocolate evenly over the set fudge. Lift the fudge out of the dish using the parchment overhang and cut into squares for serving.
Notes
- Ensure to use parchment paper with overhang for easy fudge removal.
- Microwave times may vary depending on equipment; heat in short increments to avoid burning.
- The hot chocolate mix adds a subtle warmth and depth to the fudge’s chocolate flavor.
- Pressing the marshmallows gently into the fudge helps them adhere better and melt slightly into the surface.
- Chilling time is essential for the fudge to firm up properly before serving.
- The vegetable oil in the chocolate drizzle makes the drizzle smooth and shiny.
Keywords: hot chocolate fudge, fudge candy, chocolate dessert, easy fudge recipe, marshmallow fudge, holiday candy
