Fudge Recipes-Super Simple 3 Ingredient Microwave Fudge Recipe Flavor Variations (2024)

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3 Ingredient Microwave Fudge Variations – Quick and EASY Fudge Recipes ANYONE Can Make Even If You’ve Never Made Fudge Before!

When it comes to super simple desserts, these easy ingredient fudge recipes are at the top of my list since they have VERY few ingredients (these microwave fudge recipe variations only have TWO or THREE ingredients!)
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Updated on October 5, 2022

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I’m a HUGE fan of super simple sweet treats and desserts when I’m baking and cooking for a crowd or in large batches to give as homemade gifts. Let me share some of my favorite super simple and FAST fudge recipe variations with you – they’re SO easy – you can even microwave them!

Every, single holiday party I go to, I am asked (ok, BEGGED) to bring at least one of these microwave fudge flavors below. I also give these as gifts for co-workers, family and friends over the holidays – and put a batch or two in my DIY sympathy baskets when visiting a grieving family (yes, these make great ‘funeral foodideas to take!).

Microwave Fudge Recipe Variations

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First time making fudge? You’re gonna LOVE these simple 3 ingredient fudge recipes below.

Yummy and FAST – perfect, right?

Some of these easy fudge recipes below use condensed milk, some don’t and instead, use another cheap grocery item (and it’s kind of brilliant!). Each fudge recipe has the ingredients listed below it and an option to print the recipe.

Once you try any of the simple microwave fudge recipes, try it again with other flavors of candy or cookies or frosting – you can come up with the perfect fudge flavor combination that is YOUR signature fudge.

Enjoy!

FAST 2-Minute Microwave Fudge

You can make fudge in only TWO minutes?

Yes! You can! And this is the BEST fudge recipe for beginners – you have got to try it!

3-Ingredient Oreo Fudge

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Just 3 simple ingredients in this super simple Oreo fudge recipe: Print the recipe

These are the only 3 ingredients in this Oreo fudge recipe – amazing and SO delicious!

3-Ingredient Mint Fudge

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For a fun and tasty twist on the same Oreo fudge recipe above, just use the mint Oreo cookies and you’ll have some super simple fudge that tastes just like those Thin Mints Girl Scout Cookies!

Don’t like chocolate THAT much, use the vanilla Golden Oreos…. want to really be different? Try the red velvet Oreo Cookies.

Peanut Butter Cup Fudge

Just THREE simple ingredients in this EASY peanut butter cup microwave fudge recipe – and it is SO good!

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3-Ingredient Reese’s Fudge

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Now this easy-peasy 3 ingredient microwave fudge recipe does NOT use condensed milk – it uses a container of ready-made cake frosting instead. Clever, right?

Print the recipe

Pink Frosting Unicorn Fudge

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This needs to be added to our Unicorn Party Ideas page because this 3 ingredient Unicorn Fudge is so cute and perfect for a unicorn-themed birthday party. This super simple fudge is very sweet – but the kids love it! The kids also love to help make it, too!

Print the recipe

Microwave Peanut Butter Fudge

This super simple peanut butter microwave fudge recipe has exactly THREE ingredients:

powdered sugar,

butter and

peanut butter.

That’s right, NO condensed milk – or any sort of milk.

Just mix it together and throw it in the microwave – easy!

But be careful – this peanut butter fudge is addicting AND it’s a serious crowd-pleaser – so be sure to make enough at your next family party or get-together so no one fights over it!

Print the recipe here

Easy 3-Ingredient Christmas Fudge

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If you need an easy Holiday dessert or sweet treat to take to a holiday party, give as homemade Christmas gifts to friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, etc, this 3 ingredient Christmas fudge is exactly what you need. Print the recipe

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Valentine’s Fudge Candy Recipe

This pink Valentine’s Day fudge recipe has only 3 ingredients (including the sprinkles) – it is super simple to make and soooooo good!

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Get the recipe here

Low Calorie Chocolate Banana Fudge Recipe

It’s hard to believe that a simple 3 ingredient fudge could actually be low calorie, let alone GOOD for you, but this Chocolate Banana “Fro Yo” fudge is!

There’s only THREE ingredients to this frozen “fudge” recipe too:

Yogurt, Banana, Cocoa

Yep, that’s it!

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And they are SOOOOOO very good (the kids love ’em too!)

I found the recipe here on Reddit.

Fast Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

Here’s one last SUPER simple peanut butter fudge recipe, but it has 4 ingredients and is made WITHOUT condensed milk.

You can click the recipe picture to see more easy Christmas desserts that I make to take to parties (serious crowd-pleasers!)


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  • FAST 2-Minute Microwave Fudge
  • 3-Ingredient Oreo Fudge
  • 3-Ingredient Mint Fudge
  • Peanut Butter Cup Fudge
  • 3-Ingredient Reese’s Fudge
  • Pink Frosting Unicorn Fudge
  • Microwave Peanut Butter Fudge
  • Easy 3-Ingredient Christmas Fudge
  • Valentine’s Fudge Candy Recipe
  • Low Calorie Chocolate Banana Fudge Recipe
  • Fast Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

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FAQs

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

Tips for Making Fudge
  • Monitor the Temperature with a Candy Thermometer. If you end up with soft fudge that turns into a puddle in your hands or hard fudge that is a bit reminiscent of a crunchy candy, improper temperature is likely to blame. ...
  • Avoid Stirring Once the Mixture Comes to a Simmer. ...
  • Beat Thoroughly.
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Why won't my 3 ingredient condensed milk fudge set? ›

This often happens when the condensed milk and chocolate chip mixture isn't hot enough to start. Everything must be completely melted before it is transferred to the pan to cool. Heat in 30-second bursts in the microwave, stirring well between each to ensure everything is melting evenly.

What makes fudge taste like fudge? ›

Fudge incorporates sugar, milk, butter, and other ingredients such as cocoa for chocolate fudge. The chocolatier then heats these products together until they melt. After this, the mixture is beaten during the cooling process. Think of fudge as a food consisting of crystallized sugar.

Why didn't my microwave fudge harden? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer.

Is evaporated milk or condensed milk better for fudge? ›

Evaporated milk doesn't have sugar added. The sweetened condended milk is needed as no extra sugar is added to the fudge. If evaporated milk were used then the fudge would not be sweet enough and also would still be too soft unless the fudge is frozen.

What not to do when making fudge? ›

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Candy Shop-Worthy Fudge and Caramels
  1. Using the Wrong Pan. All candy and confections start by melting sugar. ...
  2. Stirring the Sugar. ...
  3. Not Using a Candy Thermometer. ...
  4. Leaving Out the Parchment Paper Lining. ...
  5. Skipping the Cooking Spray. ...
  6. Scraping the Pot. ...
  7. Using a Cold Knife to Slice.
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What happens when you add condensed milk to cake mix? ›

Condensed milk is just the right ingredient to add moisture and a hint of developed sweetness to your next boxed cake. This non-refrigerated dairy product is made from concentrated milk that has been sweetened.

How do you make homemade fudge firmer? ›

​Harden the fudge:​ Place your container or tins in the fridge for 2 hours, which is the time it takes for the fudge to set. Once it's hardened, cut the fudge into 12 pieces or remove it from the muffin tins. Store in the fridge or the freezer (if you don't devour it right away).

Can I fix fudge that didn't set? ›

OPTION 3) Sieve together some powdered sugar and cocoa powder, and gradually work this into your unset fudge until it reaches the consistency of dough, then roll out and cut into squares, or shape into balls and then roll in powdered sugar (roll the balls in icing sugar, not yourself).

What flavors of fudge are there? ›

FUDGE FLAVORS
  • Vanilla Chocolate Chip.
  • Butter Pecan.
  • Cherry.
  • Chocolate Mint.
  • Chocolate Caramel Sea Salt.
  • Maple Walnut.
  • Pumpkin Spice.
  • Chocolate Pecan.

Can you over beat fudge? ›

If you do, the sugar can crystallize, giving your fudge a gritty texture. As you beat the fudge, pay attention to color and texture. Once the fudge loses its sheen and thickens, put down your spoon. If you continue to beat the fudge, it will go from “perfect” to “rock hard” in minutes.

What to do with failed fudge? ›

My advice to you is to just pour it in a jar, call it something else delicious, and pretend you meant for it to be that way. The nice thing about my “failed” fudge is that it tastes absolutely delicious! A spoonful of the delectable treat will make you want for more.

What is the secret to smooth fudge that is not gritty? ›

Once a seed crystal forms, it grows bigger and bigger as the fudge cools. A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals.

Why did my fudge turn out like caramel? ›

Fudge can turn into caramel due to overcooking or undercooking, incorrect temperatures, or wrong ingredients.

Why is my microwave fudge grainy? ›

Graining can be caused by stirring the fudge mixture during the cooling process or not adding enough fluid to dissolve the sugar. The trick to fixing graininess is to melt the sugar crystals to give them another chance at setting properly.

What makes high quality fudge? ›

You have to control two temperatures to make successful fudge: the cooking temperature AND the temperature at which the mixture cools before stirring to make it crystallize. Confectionery experiments have shown that the ideal cooking temperature for fudge is around 114 to 115 °C (237 to 239 °F).

What gives fudge its firm texture? ›

Cooking. Cooking is necessary to dissolve sugar crystals and to evaporate part of the water in the cream. The length of this step has a direct impact on the firmness of the fudge. As water gradually evaporates, sugar is concentrated and the temperature of the mixture rises above 100°C (212°F).

What does cream of tartar do in fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

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