PAULA DEEN’S 5-MINUTES FUDGE

Here’s the classic and super-easy Paula Deen’s 5-Minute Fudge recipe — rich, creamy, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth fast!

🍫 Paula Deen’s 5-Minute Fudge

🧾 Ingredients:

• 1 & ⅔ cups granulated sugar

• 2/3 cup evaporated milk

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 (6 oz) package semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 16 large marshmallows (or about 1½ cups mini marshmallows)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prep Your Pan:

   • Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with foil or parchment paper. Lightly grease.

2. Cook the Fudge Base:

   • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and salt.

   • Bring to a full boil, stirring constantly.

   • Boil for exactly 5 minutes, continuing to stir (start timing once it hits a full boil).

3. Add the Rest:

   • Remove from heat.

   • Stir in chocolate chips, marshmallows, and vanilla. Mix until completely melted and smooth.

   • Fold in nuts if using.

4. Pour & Set:

   • Pour fudge into prepared dish.

   • Smooth the top and let cool at room temperature until firm, or refrigerate for quicker setting.

5. Cut & Serve:

   • Once set, cut into small squares. Store in an airtight container.

🍬 Tips:

• For a twist, try using peanut butter chips or white chocolate instead of semi-sweet.

• Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before the fudge sets for a sweet-salty kick.

• This fudge also freezes well!