If you love rich, creamy chocolate desserts with a crunchy twist, this Chocolate Walnut Fudge is the perfect treat. Made with smooth melted chocolate and crunchy walnuts, this no-bake fudge is easy to prepare and tastes just like a candy shop favorite. It’s ideal for holidays, gift boxes, or anytime you need a quick sweet fix.

Prep Time & Servings

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Chill Time: 2–3 hours
• Total Time: About 3 hours
• Servings: 16–20 squares

Ingredients

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pan

1. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. Lightly grease if needed.

Step 2: Melt the Chocolate

1. In a saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter.
2. Stir constantly until smooth.
3. Remove from heat.
4. Stir in vanilla and salt.

Step 3: Add Walnuts

1. Fold chopped walnuts into the chocolate mixture.
2. Mix evenly.

Step 4: Set the Fudge

1. Pour mixture into prepared pan.
2. Smooth the top.
3. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm.

Step 5: Slice and Serve

1. Lift fudge out using parchment.
2. Cut into squares.
3. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Serving Tips

• Sprinkle sea salt on top for extra flavor.
• Drizzle with white chocolate for decoration.
• Package in gift boxes for special occasions.

Storage

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• Freeze for up to 2 months.

Final Thoughts

This Chocolate Walnut Fudge is rich, smooth, and full of crunchy nutty goodness. It’s one of the easiest desserts you can make, yet it looks elegant and professional. Whether you’re making it for guests or giving it as a homemade gift, this fudge never disappoints.

Chocolate Walnut Fudge

A rich, creamy chocolate fudge with crunchy walnuts, this no-bake dessert is perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 3 hours hrs

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 20 squares

Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients

  

Fudge Base

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 pinch salt (optional)

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease if needed.

Melting the Chocolate

• In a saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter. Stir constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt.

Adding Walnuts

• Fold chopped walnuts into the chocolate mixture and mix evenly.

Setting the Fudge

• Pour mixture into prepared pan. Smooth the top and refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm.

Slicing and Serving

• Lift fudge out using parchment. Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Sprinkle sea salt on top for extra flavor. Drizzle with white chocolate for decoration. Package in gift boxes for special occasions. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Freeze for up to 2 months.

Keyword Chocolate Fudge, Homemade Gift, No-Bake Dessert, Sweet Treat, Walnut Fudge