Hot Cocoa Marshmallow Fudge – Rich, Creamy Fudge Loaded with Marshmallows
Hot Cocoa Marshmallow Fudge is a rich, creamy chocolate fudge inspired by your favorite winter drink. It’s packed with mini marshmallows and flavored with cocoa and chocolate chips, making it the perfect holiday indulgence or edible gift.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 36 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter.
- Stir constantly until the mixture is melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Let the mixture cool for 2–3 minutes, then fold in mini marshmallows.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
- Remove from pan using parchment overhang, cut into squares, and serve or gift.
Notes
- Letting the fudge cool slightly before adding marshmallows helps keep them from melting.
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Add crushed peppermint or white chocolate chips for extra flair.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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