No-Cook Chocolate Fudge
Silky, rich fudge that sets in the fridge without a thermometer. Just four pantry staples melted together and chilled.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 12
- Calories
- 168
- Protein
- 1g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting edges overhang.
Step 2
Melt butter and cocoa powder together in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth.
Step 3
Stir in powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until the mixture is glossy and thick.
Step 4
Spread the fudge evenly into the prepared pan, pressing gently with a spatula.
Step 5
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
Step 6
Lift fudge out using parchment edges and cut into 12 squares. Store covered at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- 8×8-inch baking pan
- parchment paper
- microwave-safe bowl
- spatula
- knife
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