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This 2 Ingredient Fudge is the ultimate dessert hack! Made with just a jar of frosting and a bag of chocolate chips, this creamy, decadent fudge takes only 5 minutes of prep and requires no stovetop or candy thermometer. Whether you need a quick holiday gift or a late-night sweet fix, this foolproof recipe is the easiest way to make homemade fudge that actually tastes like it came from a candy shop!
This recipe is made simply with frosting and chocolate chips. You can use any variation of these two ingredients, which makes it so fun to specialize your own fudge recipe! You can also add mix-ins like nuts, sprinkles, or peanuts to spice up your recipe! Not only is it just 2 ingredients, but it is heated in the microwave so you do not have to use a saucepan or the stove. With only 5 minutes of prep time, it’s so easy!
The secret to this easy fudge recipe is the high oil content in the canned frosting, which acts as the stabilizer when melted with the chocolate chips. Unlike traditional fudge that can be finicky and “seize” easily, this microwave method results in a silky-smooth texture every time. Plus, you can customize it with any flavor of frosting or chips the possibilities are endless!
How do you make 2-ingredient fudge? Microwave 12oz of chocolate chips on high for 1 minute. Stir in one 16oz jar of shelf-stable frosting (not whipped) and microwave for an additional 30 seconds. Stir until smooth, pour into an 8×8 lined pan, and refrigerate for 1 hour until set.
Choosing the Best Frosting and Chips
- Chocolate Chips: Use any kind or flavor of dark chocolate chips or white chocolate chips you like.
- Why Canned Frosting? This recipe specifically relies on the stabilizers and fats found in store-bought shelf-stable frosting. I do not recommend using “whipped” frosting or homemade buttercream, as they lack the structure needed to set firm enough to slice.
- Variations: You can use white chocolate chips with vanilla frosting or regular chocolate chips with chocolate frosting, or you mix and match – they will always be tasty. Add any mix-ins too, like sprinkles, butterscotch chips, walnuts, peanuts or coconut to add to the creamy texture of the fudge! There are so many frosting flavors – like strawberry, lemon, coconut pecan frosting, and so many more! See below the recipe card for my flavor ideas.
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Dorothy’s Expert Tips
- When stirring the frosting into the melted chips, do not whisk or beat too vigorously. You want to fold them together just until smooth. Incorporating too much air can cause the fudge to have a “spongy” texture rather than a dense, creamy set.
- If you make ahead of time, keep the fudge in the fridge – it gets softer than traditional fudge at room temperature.
- Slice the fudge into 1-inch squares with a sharp knife – it’s a super sweet treat so a little goes a long way.
- Leftover fudge keeps in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or you can freeze it for up to a month.
2 ingredient Fudge Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 12 ounce bag white chocolate chips or chocolate chips
- 1 16 ounce tub frosting (any flavor)
Instructions
- Line 8-inch square pan with foil, leaving foil overhanging at 2 opposite sides of pan; spray foil with cooking spray.
- In large microwavable bowl, microwave white chips uncovered on High 1 minute. Spoon frosting over chips. Microwave on High 30 seconds; stir. If necessary, continue to microwave in 15-second increments until mixture can be stirred smooth.
- Spread evenly in prepared pan. Refrigerate uncovered until set, about 1 hour.
- Remove from pan by lifting foil; peel foil away. Cut into 8 rows by 8 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.
Recipe Notes
- Fudge gets soft at room temperature so keep it refrigerated. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Use any kind of chocolate chips and any flavor frosting!
Recipe Nutrition
How to make 2 Ingredient Fudge step-by-step: Microwave Instructions
- In large microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High 1 minute.
- Spoon frosting over chips. Microwave on High 30 seconds; stir until chocolate melts.
- If necessary, continue to microwave in 15-second increments until mixture can be stirred smooth.
- Spread evenly in an 8-inch square baking pan lined with foil or parchment paper. Chill uncovered until set, about 1 hour.
FAQs
Yes! You can freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight container so it stays fresh!
This usually happens if the chocolate chips weren’t melted completely or if “whipped” frosting was used. Always store this fudge in the refrigerator to keep it firm.
Yes! White chocolate chips and strawberry frosting make a delicious Strawberries and Cream fudge.
Yes. Because it’s made with frosting, it will soften at room temperature. Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Absolutely. Stir in ½ cup of walnuts, sprinkles, or crushed pretzels after combining the two main ingredients but before pouring into the pan.
2-ingredient Fudge Flavor Ideas
| Chip Flavor | Frosting Flavor |
| Dark Chocolate Chips | Vanilla Frosting or Chocolate Frosting |
| White Chocolate Chips | Strawberry Frosting |
| White Chocolate Chips | Lemon Frosting |
| Milk Chocolate Chips | Coconut Pecan Frosting |
| Peanut Butter Chips | Vanilla or Chocolate Frosting |
| Butterscotch Chips | Chocolate or Vanilla Frosting |
It does not take 1 hour, the timing is way off.
So it took less for you? Or more?
This is absolutely the easiest fudge that I have ever made. I made a chocolate version , but I also made one with peanut butter chips and vanilla frosting. Tasted like peanut butter fudge and so easy!
Hi Cheryl, so glad you like the recipe! Thanks so much for sharing!
Love this recipe. I’ve been making it for several years. My favorite is to divide the white frosting and vanilla chips into 3 separate dishes of 1/3 each. Then I color one red, one green, and leave one white. I then twirl them together once in the pan for a marble effect. With the 3 colors it makes a very pretty Christmas fudge.
Love it! Thanks for sharing, JoAnn. Glad you like the recipe!
So good
Glad you like it!
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