Chocolate Walnut Fudge

5 from 1 vote

This easy microwave chocolate walnut fudge, has only 5 ingredients. The toasted walnuts, and sea salt make it extra special, and it's Mrs. Weasley's recipe. ;)

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Candy

Cuisine: American

Servings: pieces

Calories: 109kcal

Author: Dannyelle Nicolle-Ramjist

Ingredients

1 cup walnuts
1 can (14oz) sweetened condensed milk
3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside. This step is crucial for developing the best flavor in your chocolate walnut fudge.
In a large microwave safe bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
Microwave at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir well. Continue microwaving in 1 minute intervals at 50% power, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. This usually takes 3 to 4 intervals total. The chocolate should be glossy and fully combined with the condensed milk.
Stir the toasted walnuts into the melted chocolate mixture until evenly distributed throughout the fudge.
Pour the chocolate fudge into a baking dish lined with parchment paper and spread evenly with a spatula.
Let the fudge set at room temperature for 2 hours, or refrigerate for 1 hour if you're in a hurry. Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into 36 squares (6 rows by 6 rows) with a sharp knife, wiping the knife clean between cuts for neat edges.

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Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Refrigerate in warmer climates. Can be frozen for up to 3 months. Wrap tightly in wax paper or parchment paper, then aluminum foil or place in a freezer safe airtight container. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.

Doubling the Recipe: Double all ingredients and use a 9x13 inch baking dish. Microwave time may need to be increased slightly.

Nut Variations: Substitute pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts for the walnuts, or omit nuts entirely for smooth chocolate fudge. Salted walnuts add extra salty-sweet flavor.

Chocolate Options: Try dark chocolate chips for a more intense chocolate flavor, or milk chocolate for something sweeter. Use high quality chocolate for the best tasting chocolate walnut fudge.

Microwave Tips: If your microwave doesn't have a 50% power setting, use the defrost setting or microwave in shorter 30 second bursts, stirring between each one.

The Secret to Amazing Flavor: Don't skip toasting the walnuts or the sea salt. These two steps transform this from good fudge to extraordinary chocolate walnut fudge.

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