If you’re looking for an easy dessert with Nutella, look no further than this Nutella fudge. It only requires three ingredients and a few minutes of active time—and it’s super creamy and so delicious!
Today’s recipe checks all the boxes: easy, chocolatey, and super delicious. And don’t we all deserve some chocolate-y deliciousness today? (Of course we do.)
Three-ingredient Nutella fudge will be your new favorite treat for snacking, gifting, and/or eating for dinner when you forgot to pick up real food at the grocery store.
That’s the story of my life, BTW . Need a cake? I have everything to make it. Want literally anything that isn’t sweet? Sorry. You’re outta luck.
Why you’ll love this Nutella fudge:
- It only requires three ingredients
- No candy thermometer or other special equipment needed
- It only takes about 5 minutes to make!
Ingredients and equipment
- Nutella
- Chocolate chips (any variety, I like milk chocolate best here)
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Microwave-safe bowl + a microwave
- Spatula
- 8-inch square baking pan
THAT’S IT! Fudge doesn’t get easier than this, I’m telling you!
Note:
You can make this on the stovetop if you don’t have a microwave. Set the pan over low heat and stir constantly until melted and smooth. Remove from the heat, transfer to a mixing bowl, and stir in the sweetened condensed milk.
How to make your fudge
- Combine chocolate chips and Nutella in a bowl
- Heat in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth
- Stir in sweetened condensed milk
- Scrape into an 8-inch square dish and chill
Notes:
- I used milk chocolate chips but you can use semi-sweet or dark or whatever you have. Even white chocolate is fine; white chocolate chips are harder to melt though
- Be absolutely sure you’re using sweetened condensed milk rather than evaporated milk. Your fudge won’t set if you use evaporated
- You can use a 9-inch square baking dish if you don’t have an 8-inch one. Your fudge will just be thinner than mine
Baker’s tip:
Spray your measuring cups lightly with cooking spray before you measure the Nutella, that way it slides out of the cup more easily; you can also spray the spatula or spoon you use to scoop the Nutella if you want.
How to store your fudge
Uneaten Nutella fudge will last for up to a week in an airtight container in the fridge.
It will last (again, in an airtight container) in the freezer for up to about 2 months. You can defrost your fudge in the fridge overnight before serving or just eat it right out of the freezer.
Variations
- If you like salty sweets, sprinkle your fudge with some flaky sea salt immediately after you scrape it into the pan
- Mix some chopped hazelnuts (or even peanuts) into your fudge after you add the sweetened condensed milk
- Mix in some chopped M&Ms (any variety) for a chocolate-y crunch
A few more recipes you might enjoy:
Chocolate Hazelnut Brownies
Nutella Cake
Nutella Cupcakes
Nutella Cookies Bars
Did you make this Nutella fudge? Hooray! Let me know what you think with a comment and a rating below. Then post a pic on IG–tag @theitsybitsykitchen so I can see your delicious creations!
Nutella fudge is incredibly easy to make, requiring just three ingredients and a few minutes of active time. It's creamy, delicious, and a hit with everyone who tries it!
- 12 ounces chocolate chips*
- 1 1/2 cups Nutella
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- small pinch of salt optional
- Spray an 8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray, then line the bottom with wax paper or parchment paper.
- Combine the chocolate chips and Nutella in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk and salt (if using) and stir until fully combined. Scrape into the prepared baking dish.
- Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours. Slice and serve.
- Uneaten fudge can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for about two months. If you freeze your fudge, you don’t need need to thaw it before serving. It’s actually delicious frozen.
Recipe Video
- *You can use any variety; I like milk chocolate best here. White chocolate chips will require more stirring than regular chocolate because they’re more difficult to melt
- Be absolutely sure you’re using sweetened condensed milk rather than evaporated milk. Your fudge won’t set if you use evaporated
- You can use a 9-inch square baking dish if you don’t have an 8-inch one. Your fudge will just be thinner than mine
- Spray your measuring cups lightly with cooking spray before you measure the Nutella, that way it slides out of the cup more easily; you can also spray the spatula or spoon you use to scoop the Nutella.
- You can make this on the stovetop if you don’t have a microwave. Set the pan over low heat and stir constantly until melted and smooth. Remove from the heat, transfer to a mixing bowl, and stir in the sweetened condensed milk.
- I like to add a pinch of salt to my fudge when I mix in the sweetened condensed milk but that's not totally necessary; it just helps the flavors pop more.
Ro says
Hi Kelsie, is there any substitute for the sweetened condensed milk? Heavy cream?
Kelsie says
Hi, Ro! Unfortunately I don’t know of any substitutes for condensed milk. Sorry I can’t be of more help!
Ariana says
Made this fudge to give away for recent birthdays in my life. Wow! It tasted just as good as advertised and made a ton. It whipped up fast as well.
Was a little concerned when I started adding the condensed milk to my chocolate and the mixture started looking grainy. So I reheated it slightly in the microwave before adding more. It did it again a near the end of the can, but I decided to shrug it off and shoved it in the freezer anyway. I was really surprised when I took it out for cutting and it was all smooth and creamy-not grainy or lumpy at all. Guess I panicked too early and over nothing Lesson learned! 😅
Great recipe! Thanks for sharing. I’ll be making often!
Kelsie says
I’m so glad you liked it, Ariana!
Leanne says
I’m a little excited that I have everything I need to make this one! I usually don’t go for fudge, but this one looks so creamy, and you really can’t beat how easy it is to make! I like your suggestion of adding some sea salt or hazelnuts too!
Christie says
Your nutella fudge is seriously making me drool left right and center Kelsie! I love the ingredient line!
Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes says
I LOVE fudge, and I love Nutella – what a great idea to bring the two together. Definitely keen for that addition of a little salt too – yum!
Katherine | Love In My Oven says
YAY for 3 ingredient fudge! It’s almost TOO easy, right? I love Nutella (as you know) so I would be alll over this one Kelsie!! Great looking recipe to start Monday off on the right foot!
Laura says
Can’t go wrong with those 3 ingredients! I’d add the flaky salt, too! So easy and you know how I feel about Nutella!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
So easy Kelsie and I bet just as delicious! Sending this recipe to my son Casey who’s a HUGE Nutella fan! He’s going to LOVE it!
Cheyanne says
The Mr. and my MIL would absolutely freak out over this fudge! They are choc-oholics and love anything nutella! I’m totally going to have to make this for them, because it’s too easy not to!!! Deeeeelish!
annie@ciaochowbambina says
Nutella fudge for dinner? I’m in!!
Kelly @ Kelly Lynn’s Sweets and Treats says
Looks sooooo good! I mean it’s fudge and Nutella! What’s not to love?! We must be reading each other’s minds or something because I just made a Nutella PB Candy! I will need to make your fudge now!
David @ Spiced says
Now you’re talking, Kelsie! I could have a batch of this fudge done and ready to eat in no time flat…that’s how I like to roll. In fact, this would be a fun dessert for Valentine’s Day! Perhaps I should make a “test batch” first…you know, just to make sure I know how to make it and all. 🙂
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
3 ingredients to this delicious fudge? Um, yes please! Love the idea of adding a little salt for that whole salty/sweet situation. My Monday would instantly be better if I had a square (or three) of this! Have a great week, Kelsie!