Paula Deen–Style 5 Minute Fudge 🍫🎄 #recipe #food #cooking #baking

A rich, ultra-creamy one-pot chocolate fudge that comes together in minutes, delivering smooth texture and classic holiday sweetness with minimal effort. INGREDIENTS: This quick fudge uses simple pantry staples and sets beautifully for gifting or dessert trays. • 1 2/3 cups granulated sugar • 2/3 cup evaporated milk • 1/4 cup unsalted butter • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips • 6 oz milk chocolate chips • 7 oz marshmallow creme • 1 cup chopped pecans (optional) • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract DIRECTIONS: • In a medium pot over medium heat, combine sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and salt, stirring constantly until mixture reaches a rolling boil 😊 • Continue boiling and stirring for exactly 5 minutes to prevent burning • Remove pot from heat and immediately stir in chocolate chips until fully melted and smooth 🍫 • Add marshmallow creme, vanilla extract, and pecans, stirring until fully combined • Pour mixture into a greased 8x8-inch pan and smooth the top • Let cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate until firm before cutting Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes | Kcal: 190 | Servings: 16 NUTRITION PER SERVING: Calories: 190 Net Carbs: 22g Protein: 2g Fat: 11g TIPS & VARIATIONS: • Swap pecans for walnuts or omit nuts entirely for smooth fudge • Add a pinch of espresso powder to deepen chocolate flavor • Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days