Marshmallow Swirl Fudge Recipe
Indulge in this creamy and rich Marshmallow Swirl Fudge, combining the deep flavors of semi-sweet chocolate with velvety swirls of mini marshmallows. Perfectly smooth and sweet with a delightful marshmallow texture, this no-bake fudge is easy to prepare and ideal for gifting or enjoying as a decadent treat.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Fudge Base
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Swirl
- 1 1/4 cups mini marshmallows
- Prep Your Pan: Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang on the sides to easily lift out the fudge later.
- Melt Chocolate, Milk, Butter, and Salt: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, unsalted butter, and salt. Stir continuously until the chocolate chips and butter have fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated, ensuring a uniform flavor throughout the fudge.
- Fold in Marshmallows: Quickly fold the mini marshmallows into the warm fudge mixture using a spatula. Gently fold just enough to swirl the marshmallows without allowing them to melt completely, preserving their distinct texture.
- Transfer to Pan and Swirl: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan. Use a spatula to swirl the marshmallows on top so that some peek through the surface for an attractive, marbled effect.
- Chill and Set: Let the pan cool at room temperature for 10 minutes to slightly firm up, then place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until the fudge is fully set and firm to the touch.
- Slice and Serve: Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Use a buttered knife to slice the fudge into 16 equal squares, ready to enjoy or gift.
Notes
- Use parchment paper with overhang for easy removal of fudge from pan.
- Do not overfold marshmallows to keep some texture and visual appeal.
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Bring fudge to room temperature before serving for a softer bite, if desired.
- Butter your knife before slicing to get clean, smooth edges on fudge squares.
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