Dark Chocolate Fudge Recipe without Condensed Milk
This Dark Chocolate Fudge Recipe is creamy, rich and decadent. When topped with sea salt flakes, it balances the sweetness, making each bite absolute perfection!
This fudge recipe is easy to make and does not require condensed milk. It only requires 5 ingredients to make and you most likely have all the ingredients in your kitchen already.
I always thought that fudge had to be difficult to make to be delicious.
However, this recipe is proof that that is not the case! You won’t need any condensed milk like most homemade fudge recipes. This Dark Chocolate Fudge recipe is simple, using minimal ingredients, and the process is easy to follow.
Main Ingredients
These are the ingredients needed to make this recipe. However, please scroll down to the recipe card for their measurements.
- Dark Chocolate Chips – Any brand of chocolate chips will work for this recipe
- Salted Butter – You can use unsalted but then I recommend adding in a pinch of salt
- Powdered Sugar
- Milk – Any milk should work, however, I recommend a whole milk or even half & half
- Vanilla Extract – Not required but adds a nice flavor
- Sea Salt Flakes – Not required but great for topping to balance the sweetness
Step by Step Process for Making Dark Chocolate Fudge
The full-detailed instructions are written in the recipe card below. Use these images to help guide you as needed when following the directions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Butter. The fat helps create a creamy fudge texture. Also, for this specific recipe, you don’t want to overheat/burn the chocolate when making the fudge in the saucepan.
With this recipe, your fudge shouldn’t be grainy as it doesn’t use granulated sugar. However, sifting the powdered sugar helps to avoid any clumps of sugar or unpleasant texture.
For this specific recipe, store the fudge in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks. Most fudge can be stored at room temperature for a week. However, this homemade will stay better in the fridge due to its minimal ingredients.
Yes, you can freeze fudge to preserve it for up to 4 months. To freeze, wrap the individual pieces in plastic wrap or foil, then place them in an airtight container or freezer bag. Try to remove as much air as possible from the bag before freezing.
When ready to eat, thaw by placing the container in the refrigerator overnight or letting it thaw on the counter for a few hours.
Dark Chocolate Fudge Recipe without Condensed Milk
Ingredients
- 2 cups Dark Chocolate Chips
- 1/2 cup Salted Butter
- 1/4 cup Milk
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar, sifted
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Sea Salt Flakes, optional, for topping
Equipment
- 1 loaf pan
- parchment paper
Instructions
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and/or spray with nonstick
- To a medium saucepan on low heat, add the dark chocolate chips, milk, vanilla extract and salted butter
- Stir consistently until melted
- Once melted, add in the sifted powdered sugar
- Mix until incorporated
- Stir on the heat for 1-2 minutes then transfer to the prepared loaf pan
- Spread in an even layer and even bang gently on the counter a couple times
- Top with sea salt flakes
- Put in the fridge (4-5 hours) or freezer (2-3 hours) to set
- Remove from the fridge and gently take out of the loaf pan
- Slice the fudge
- Enjoy!