Microwave Dark Chocolate Fudge is a rich, velvety treat made with minimal effort and maximum indulgence.
It boasts an intense cocoa flavor, balanced by a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
The microwave method streamlines the process, allowing the chocolate to melt quickly, blending seamlessly with creamy and sweet ingredients to form a dense chocolate treat.
Once chilled, it sets into a firm yet luscious consistency, perfect for slicing into bite-sized pieces. This recipe can yield 42 pieces of candy.
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Before starting to cook you can line an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with tinfoil or I prefer, with plain fudge, to pour it into silicone mini muffin pans so I don’t have to cut it when set.
Then I measured out the correct amount of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Next I measured out the correct amount of sweetened condensed milk.
I poured the chocolate chips and milk into a microwave safe measuring cup.
Then I placed the large Pyrex measuring cup in the microwave. I melted the contents on high for 1 1/2 minutes.
After 1 1/2 minutes I removed the mixture and gave a good stir before returning it to the microwave for another minute or until the chocolate chips were melted.
Once the chocolate was melted I stirred in some vanilla extract.
Then I stirred in a bit of salt.
If you are using a tinfoil lined square baking pan, you would now scrape the fudge into the pan. I spooned the hot fudge into my silicone mini muffin pans.
I put the pans in the fridge to set for a couple of hours.
Once the fudge was hard I popped the pieces out. You can use the tinfoil in the square pan to life the fudge out of the pan and use a sharp knife to cut it into squares.
This Microwave Dark Chocolate Fudge is a decadent treat and it is difficult to stop at one piece!
The deep, bittersweet notes of dark chocolate make it a sophisticated dessert, ideal for satisfying a chocolate craving or sharing as a homemade gift.
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Ingredients You’ll Need to Make this Microwave Dark Chocolate Fudge:
- 18oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
How to Make Microwave Dark Chocolate Fudge:
- Line an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with tinfoil. I use mini silicone muffin pans for this recipe so I don’t have to cut the fudge.
- Put the chocolate chips in a large microwaveable bowl.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk.
- Place in the microwave and heat on high for 1 1/2 minutes.
- Remove from microwave and stir contents.
- Return to microwave and continue heating for 1 minute or until chipits are melted.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Scrape into the prepared pan or spoon into the silicone mini muffin pans.
- Place in fridge to set. About 2 hours.
- Use the tinfoil to left the fudge out of the pan if using and cut into squares. If using muffin pans, pop out the fudge.
- Serve and enjoy!
FAQS:
How do I store microwave dark chocolate fudge?
To store microwave dark chocolate fudge properly and keep it fresh:
Short-Term Storage (1–2 Weeks)
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container at room temperature (around 65–70°F). Place parchment or wax paper between layers to prevent sticking.
- Refrigerator: If your kitchen is warm, refrigerate it in an airtight container. Let it sit at room temp for a few minutes before serving to soften.
Long-Term Storage (Up to 3 Months)
- Freezing: Wrap the fudge tightly in plastic wrap and place it in an airtight container or freezer bag. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
This keeps the fudge from drying out and helps maintain its rich, smooth texture!
Microwave Dark Chocolate Fudge

Microwave Dark Chocolate Fudge is a rich, velvety treat made with minimal effort and maximum indulgence.
Ingredients
- 18oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with tinfoil. I use mini silicone muffin pans for this recipe so I don't have to cut the fudge.
- Put the chocolate chips in a large microwaveable bowl.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk.
- Place in the microwave and heat on high for 1 1/2 minutes.
- Remove from microwave and stir contents.
- Return to microwave and continue heating for 1 minute or until chipits are melted.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Scrape into the prepared pan or spoon into the silicone mini muffin pans.
- Place in fridge to set. About 2 hours.
- Use the tinfoil to left the fudge out of the pan if using and cut into squares. If using muffin pans, pop out the fudge.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
*Add 1/3 cup of chopped walnuts with the vanilla and salt if you prefer nuts in your fudge.
*This recipe was made in a 1200 Watt microwave.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
42Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 100Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 24mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 1gSugar: 14gProtein: 2g