You will be amazed at how easy this rich and creamy Maple Fudge Recipe is to make. This microwave fudge needs just a few ingredients and three minutes to make.
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Why You'll Love This Fudge
- It takes less than 5 minutes to make. In fact, we could call it 3 minute fudge!
- There's no need for a candy thermometer.
- Using the microwave means no standing over a hot stove.
- This homemade maple fudge is rich, creamy, and decadent.
- Maple walnut fudge is a delicious addition to a holiday treat tray, or just a snack to satisfy a sweet craving.
- Homemade fudge is a perfect edible gift!
Ingredients
- Sweetened Condensed Milk The key to this easy maple fudge recipe. Sweetened condensed milk is simply milk with a lot of added sugar which has been reduced to a creamy, almost syrupy texture. I use this brand, but any brand will do.
- White Chocolate You can use white chocolate chunks like these, or chips, baking wafers, or even just break up some pure white chocolate bars.
- Butter Only use real butter. If you are using salted butter, you can omit the added salt.
- Salt
- Walnuts Chop the walnuts if you don't buy them pre-chopped. If you prefer a maple pecan fudge, substitute chopped pecans.
- Maple Extract Maple extract works in this quick fudge recipe (rather than pure maple syrup) because the extract is concentrated so you require much less vs maple syrup. Using enough maple syrup to flavour the fudge would make the fudge too soft.
How to Make It
- Line a greased 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, using a large enough piece so that there is overhang on two sides. This will make it easy to remove the fudge from the pan.
- Combine the chocolate, butter, and sweetened condensed milk in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high for 3 minutes, stirring after each minute.
- Stir in the walnuts and maple extract.
- Spread the mixture in the prepared pan and refrigerate until set, about two hours.
Tips and Variations
- Walnuts are especially delicious with maple, but pecans, hazelnuts, and macadamia nuts are also good choices.
- Omit the nuts altogether in the case of tree nut allergies.
- You can try all kinds of variations of sweetened condensed milk fudge. I love this Chocolate Toffee Fudge. Try substituting the white chocolate for milk or dark chocolate and the maple extract for mint.
- This microwave fudge will not set as hard as the old fashioned fudge version. It will be a little softer and for best results, you should keep it in the fridge until serving or snacking.
- Lightly oil your pan before lining it with parchment paper. This will keep the parchment in place.
Fudge FAQs
Evaporated milk is unsweetened, and condensed milk is sweetened. Because of its sugar content, condensed milk is also thicker and more syrupy.
Yes, you should keep it in the fridge, in a covered container.
Your fudge will keep in the fridge, in an air tight container for up to 2 weeks.
Yes, you can freeze fudge. It freezes well, and you can even eat it straight out of the freezer. Frozen fudge is delicious! Once the fudge has set in the fridge, cut it into pieces and "flash freeze" it. Put the pieces on a parchment lined baking sheet and place it in the freezer until the pieces are hard. Pack them in air tight containers or freezer bags and freeze for up to 6 months.
More Sweet Treats
If you love homemade candies and no bake treats, try Homemade Peanut Butter Cups, or Chocolate Berry Cups.
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Maple Fudge Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups white chocolate chips or chunks or chopped bars
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 3 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup walnuts chopped
- 2 teaspoons pure maple extract
Instructions
- Combine white chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, butter and salt in a microwave safe bowl
- Microwave on high for three minutes, stirring after each minute
- Stir in the walnuts and maple extract
- Spread the mixture in the prepared pan
- Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours
Tessa
Hi, would maple butter be a suitable substitute for the maple extract? I'm struggling to find the extract
Colleen
Hi Tessa, I think the maple butter would work because its the chocolate and condensed milk that cause the fudge to set. You can try it, or use maple syrup. You can also get maple extract on Amazon. Good luck. I would love to hear how the fudge turns out for you!
Terri
Microwave fudge is THE BEST fudge! I hate standing over a hot stove with a candy thermometer! And the flavours in this one are truly divine (soo Canadian -yum!)
Colleen
Hi Terri, so glad you loved this yummy fudge!
silvia
I loved this recipe, super easy to make, few ingredients and perfect for the season. A very fast treat for the family.
Colleen
I love hearing this Silvia! Thanks for coming back to comment!
Kayla DiMaggio
This maple fudge recipe was amazing! I loved all the maple flavor!
Colleen
So happy you loved it, Kayla!
Jacqueline Debono
You had me at 3 minutes! This fudge sounds amazing. Going to look for maple extract as I only have syrup! Can't wait to make this easy fudge!
Colleen
Enjoy, Jacqueline! I would love to hear how it turns out for you..
Tristin
I was so excited to make this fudge this weekend since it is made in the microwave. It does not disappoint. Some of the easiest fudge Ive made and so yummy!!
Colleen
Tristin, I'm so happy that you loved this easy fudge. Thank you for coming back to comment!
Jessica
Easy + delicious - these are definitely a win. I had intended to include this fudge in our holiday cookie boxes going out this weekend but my family devoured it. Oops! I'll be making some more in the morning.
Colleen
Hi Jessica, good thing this fudge is quick & easy so making another batch is do-able. I'm so happy that your family loved it. Happy Holidays!
Dennis Littley
I wish I hadn't seen your recipe!! I ate way too much of this ah-mazing fudge!! It was delicious
Colleen
Hi Dennis. This fudge is addicting, so I know just what you mean! So happy you enjoyed it!
Julia
I haven't made fudge in years and years. This sounds amazing, love the maple. Thanks for the great recipe.
Colleen
Hi Julia! You're welcome! You're going to love it!