Paula Deen’s 5-minute fudge

Here’s Paula Deen’s classic 5-Minute Fudge recipe — a super quick, rich, old-fashioned treat that’s perfect for holidays or anytime you need something sweet fast. 🍫

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Paula Deen’s 5-Minute Fudge

Ingredients:

• 1 ⅔ cups granulated sugar

• 2/3 cup evaporated milk

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips (about 9 oz)

• 16 large marshmallows (or about 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare your pan:
   Line an 8-inch square pan with foil or parchment paper and lightly butter it.

2. Heat the mixture:
   In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and salt. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.

3. Boil for 5 minutes:
   Continue stirring and let it boil for exactly 5 minutes (use a timer for best results).

4. Add the chocolate & marshmallows:
   Remove from heat and immediately stir in chocolate chips and marshmallows until completely melted and smooth.

5. Flavor & nuts:
   Stir in vanilla extract and nuts (if using).

6. Pour & cool:
   Pour the mixture quickly into your prepared pan. Let it cool at room temperature, then cut into small squares.

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Tips:

• You can use peanut butter chips, white chocolate, or butterscotch chips for variations.

• Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the fridge for longer.

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Would you like me to include a microwave version (it’s even faster but similar in flavor)?