This is the original vintage homemade fantasy fudge recipe that is loaded with rich chocolate flavor and the sweetness of marshmallow creme. It has a smooth and creamy texture that melts in your mouth. This is a great fudge recipe to make for the holidays and special occasions.
Set the butter on the countertop so it can soften. Then cut it into slices.
Overlap a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease the pan with non-stick cooking spray.
Add the sliced softened butter, sugar, and evaporated milk to the saucepan.
Turn the burner to medium heat. Stir the mixture constantly with a whisk until the butter is melted and the sugar dissolves into the evaporated milk. Keep stirring constantly so the mixture will not stick to the bottom of the saucepan.
After the butter and sugar are combined with the evaporated milk, turn the heat to medium-high. As soon as the mixture starts to boil, set the timer for 5 minutes. The mixture will go into a full rolling boil. It is so important to continue stirring.
After 5 minutes, turn the burner off and remove the saucepan from the heat.
Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to the melted butter mixture immediately while the mixture is still hot. Mix thoroughly.
Next, fold in the marshmallow creme and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly.
Optional - if you want nuts in your fudge, now is the time to add the chopped walnuts or chopped pecans to the fudge mixture. Mix thoroughly.
Pour the fudge into the prepared pan. Spread the fudge evenly in the pan with a spatula.
Let the fudge sit on the countertop until it is cool and has time to set properly.
When the fudge is cool and set, lift up the parchment paper and remove the fudge from the pan.
Cut the fudge with a knife into 1-inch squares.
Notes
You can add 1 cup of chopped walnuts or chopped pecans to the fudge after it is removed from the heat.
You can add sprinkles or any of your favorite things to the top of the fudge right after you pour it into the pan and before it sets.
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