Easy Microwave Fudge Recipes (2024)

Whether you're making a few batches of fudge for homemade gifts, prepping for Christmas, planning a party, cooking for a school fete, or simply craving a delicious dessert, we've got the ultimate collection of microwave fudge recipes for you!

Easy Microwave Fudge Recipes (1)

If you've only just discovered the joys (and ease) of making fudge in the microwave... then get excited!

It's so much easier than the traditional stove-top versions - plus you'll have a decadent dessert ready in just a few minutes!

Why You're Going To Love Microwave Fudge

  • quick and easy - these recipes take just a couple of minutes to make.... that's it!
  • virtually no washing up - you'll only have 1 bowl and 1 spoon to wash up afterwards.
  • cheeky late night snack - when you sit down on the couch after a long day and realise that you NEED dessert, microwave fudge is the answer!
  • perfect gifts - fudge makes a great homemade gift for friends and family (especially at Christmas time)

Note: To access any of the recipes below, simply click on the title or image to be taken directly to the recipe (they're all free and printable!).

The Best Microwave Fudge Recipes

Microwave Salted Caramel Fudge

For lovers of that ultimate combination of white chocolate, condensed milk and brown sugar (like my mum), this fudge can only be described by one word - 'wicked'!

Microwave Salted Caramel Fudge Recipe

The easiest 5 ingredient Microwave Salted Caramel Fudge recipe!! Super quick and totally delicious!

5 from 118 votes

Microwave Chocolate Baileys Fudge

Super rich, soft and chewy.....anything that has Baileys and dark chocolate in it is going to be a delicious 'adults only' treat, right? Well, treat yourself!

Microwave Baileys Chocolate Fudge Recipe

A 10 minute super easy Microwave Baileys Chocolate Fudge recipe... rich and delicious!

5 Minute Microwave Tim Tam Fudge

Three ingredients, yes, just three! Condensed milk, milk chocolate and chopped Tim Tams. There's times in life when we all just need a naughty treat...it's sort of mandatory, I think!

5 Minute Microwave Tim Tam Fudge Recipe

This 5 Minute Microwave Tim Tam Fudge is the quickest and easiest fudge you'll ever make! This really is the perfect last-minute dessert!

5 from 12 votes

Microwave Rocky Road Fudge

With peanuts, mini marshmallows and chopped Turkish Delight throughout, this Rocky Road Fudge makes a fantastic quick and easy gift, or just to brighten someone's day with a surprise for absolutely no reason at all!

Super Easy Microwave Rocky Road Fudge Recipe

The easiest Microwave Rocky Road Fudge! Make it in less than 5 minutes and perfect forthat sweet treat or gift!

5 from 11 votes

Microwave Cadbury Creme Egg Fudge

The kids will love helping to press the mini Creme Egg's on top, 'one for the fudge, one for me'...you get the picture, right?

Cadbury Creme Egg Fudge Recipe

A super easy 5 minute microwave Cadbury Creme Egg Fudge made from just 3 ingredients... condensed milk, chocolate and Cadbury Creme Easter Eggs!

5 from 4 votes

A twist on my Tim Tam Fudge recipe - add Milo! Besides adding a little more crunchylicious (is that a word?), it makes the flavour a little more malted chocolate intense......so good!

The easiest 4 ingredient Tim Tam & Milo Fudge that's cooked in themicrowave in less than 5 minutes! Theperfect cheeky dessert.

5 from 11 votes

Microwave Malteser Fudge

Dark chocolate (tick), condensed milk (tick), Maltesers (tick), 5 minutes (tick).........and you have fudge with a crunch! Goes down well with movie night..

Microwave Malteser Fudge Recipe

The easiest Microwave Malteser Fudge recipe made with just 3 ingredients (chocolate, sweetened condensed milk & Maltesers)... and in less than 5 minutes!

4.80 from 5 votes

3 Ingredient Microwave Cookies and Cream Fudge

Now this is one sophisticated looking fudge treat! With crushed Oreo's mixed through and sprinkled on top, it's hard to resist just one more piece....or two..

Cookies and Cream Fudge Recipe

A simple 3 ingredient Microwave Cookies and Cream Fudge recipe made from white chocolate, condensed milk and Oreo biscuits... all in less than 5 minutes!

5 from 13 votes

4 Ingredient Microwave Christmas Fudge

With cranberries and pistachios to give that festive Christmas look, this fudge makes THE perfect homemade gift for that special personal touch.

4 Ingredient Microwave Christmas Fudge Recipe

The easiest 4 ingredient Microwave Christmas Fudge recipe!! Super quick and totally delicious!

5 from 13 votes

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FAQs

Why won't my microwave fudge set? ›

The most common culprit behind unset fudge is inaccurate temperature control. If the sugar mixture hasn't reached the correct temperature, your fudge won't set. Ensure you use a reliable candy thermometer and follow temperature guidelines meticulously to achieve the desired consistency.

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 is the secret to good 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).

How do you thicken microwave fudge? ›

How can you fix soft fudge? Put it in a microwave safe bowl that is large enough that it won't boil over. Reheat it to the boiling point and cook for about 3 more minutes. Then you can beat some powdered sugar into it if this doesn't make it set.

Can you fix fudge that didn't harden? ›

OPTION 2) Freeze it overnight. Cut it into squares. Cover each square thickly in melted chocolate, ensuring no part of the fudge is exposed. Cross your fingers and hope that the chocolate sets firmly before the fudge starts to thaw, and later impress your friends as you present them with your soft-centred chocolates.

Why won't my 2 ingredient fudge set? ›

If your fudge turned out super sticky, or it didn't set as it cooled, it probably never got hot enough. This mistake is super easy to avoid if you use a candy thermometer and cook the fudge to the temperature specified in the recipe (usually between 234 and 239°F).

What is a substitute for evaporated milk in fudge recipe? ›

Substitute Heavy Cream for Evaporated Milk

Or, If you have both cream and regular milk on hand, thin the cream to make your own half-and-half. Whisk together equal parts of cream and milk and use the same amount called for in your recipe.

What happens if you use evaporated milk instead of sweetened condensed milk? ›

For the most part, if you find yourself without condensed milk on hand, you can substitute an equal amount of evaporated milk. The consistency will be the same, but since evaporated milk is unsweetened, you'll need to add sweetener to match the recipe's intended flavor profile or to suit your personal preference.

Why is my fudge not setting condensed milk? ›

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. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

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.
Dec 16, 2015

Do you stir fudge while it is boiling? ›

Brush the sides of the pan with a wet brush at the beginning of cooking to dissolve sugar crystals stuck to the sides. Never stir the mixture during cooking or sugar could crystallize again. The mixture may seize and become grainy. Use a candy thermometer or conduct a cold water test to check if the fudge is done.

How do you make fudge creamy and not grainy? ›

It is also important to prevent stray sugar crystals from "seeding" your mixture and bringing crystals out of your supersaturated solution prematurely and creating a grainy fudge - people usually control for this in one of three ways: by buttering the sides of the cooking pan, by briefly covering the boiling mixture so ...

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.

Why does my fudge crumble when I cut it? ›

The ingredients for fudge are combined and cooked to 234 degrees, cooled to 110 degrees without stirring, then beaten until creamy. Candy that isn't cooked long enough will end up too soft; overcooking makes fudge crumbly or hard.

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).

Why is my fudge mixture not thickening? ›

If the fudge is very soft and slightly chewy then it is possible that it did not quite cook to soft ball stage and next time the mixture should be cooked to a slightly higher temperature (soft ball is 112-116c/235-240F and a sugar or candy thermometer can help).

Why won't my 3 ingredient condensed milk fudge set? ›

Chocolate Fudge Recipe FAQ

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.

How long to heat up hot fudge in microwave? ›

Just heat in the microwave for 30 to 45 seconds and you're ready to enjoy! Read package instructions before heating.

Can I freeze fudge to make it set? ›

We like to set this fudge in the freezer to make it quicker! Once you add the fudge to your pan it will need just 30 minutes in the freezer to set.

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