Fool-Proof Homemade Fudge

unsweetened cocoa powder

🥗Healthier: dark cocoa powder

💰Cheaper: chocolate syrup

Dark cocoa powder offers a richer flavor while chocolate syrup simplifies the recipe.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option, while margarine can be more economical.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chunks

💰Cheaper: chocolate bars

Dark chocolate chunks enhance health benefits, while chocolate bars can be more affordable.

marshmallow fluff

🥗Healthier: homemade marshmallow cream

💰Cheaper: mini marshmallows

Homemade marshmallow cream is healthier, while mini marshmallows can reduce costs.

Pour one 14 ounce can of sweetened condensed milk into a microwave safe bowl.

Add 12 ounces (about 2 cups) of semi-sweet chocolate chips to the bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture.

Microwave on high in 30 second increments, stirring after each increment, until completely melted (about 90 seconds to 2 minutes).

Pour the melted mixture into a lined 9x9 or 8x8 pan and smooth it out into the corners.

Refrigerate for 2 hours until set.

For almond fudge, substitute vanilla extract with 1 teaspoon almond extract and add 1/2 cup slivered almonds after melting.

For white chocolate fudge, swap semi-sweet chocolate chips with white chocolate chips.

For marbled fudge, split sweetened condensed milk in half and use 1 cup of chips for each bowl, adding 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract for each.

For mint fudge, add 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract instead of vanilla extract.

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