Easy Vegan No Bake Fudge Recipe (2024)

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This easy vegan fudge recipe is a five-star simple chocolate fudge recipe that’s luscious, and silky smooth. Make this dairy-free fudge today and share it with family, friends, and coworkers. It’s perfect for holiday baking or a sweet treat at any time of the year!

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I thought my fudge-making days were over when we went vegan. Because fudge, it’s made with cream. right? Well, that’s how I grew up making it.

And let me tell you something else. This easy fudge recipe is something you need to make when you’ve got people around to share it with. Or a husband with the metabolism of a horse. Actually, I think horses eat hay, which I can’t imagine is very caloric. So, maybe I’ve been saying that all these years and it’s not entirely accurate. But you get my point.

What I’m trying to say is I don’t trust myself around this easy vegan fudge. It’s too delicious.

Love vegan chocolate? Make these Oreo Truffles for lots of ooh-la-la goodness!

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Why This Recipe is a Winner

  • Dairy-free chocolate chips add lots of chocolate flavor and a firm texture that makes this fudge so smooth
  • Using Sweetened Condensed Milk means this is a no-bake fudge, making this one of the easiest fudge recipes you’ll ever make
  • Adding chopped nuts adds texture and a nutty flavor that breaks up the sweetness of the intense chocolate!
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Key Ingredients

Here’s all you need for this simple fudge recipe. Are you ready? Do you have your pen handy?

  • Chocolate chips — I use dairy-free chocolate chips.
  • Sweetened condensed milk — It’s easy to make fudge without milk, especially these days when there are so many dairy-free products, like Nature’s Charms Coconut Sweetened Condensed Milk. Or use this homemade vegan sweetened condensed milk.
  • Chopped Nuts — Of course, walnuts are a preferred nut for fudge, but you can try different nuts, like pistachios or pecans.
  • Vanilla — A little bit of vanilla extract adds a hint of flavor.

That’s it! Only four ingredients.

How do you Make Vegan Fudge?

  • Heat chocolate chips and vegan sweetened condensed milk in the microwave for one minute. Then stir until creamy.
  • Stir in the chopped nuts and vanilla.
  • Pour the fudge batter into a prepared dish, cover, and chill for 1 to 2 hours until the chocolate is set.
  • Once set, remove it from the pan and cut it into square pieces.
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Storage Tips

Once the chocolate sets, cut the fudge into squares. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They will keep up to 10 days. Or they can be frozen for up to 1 month.

Can vegans eat fudge?

Most fudge recipes are made with dairy and are therefore not vegan. However, if you find an excellent vegan fudge recipe, you can make your own. Or you can find specific brands that make their fudge without dairy. Otherwise, vegans should avoid most fudge.

Is there dairy in fudge?

The simple answer is yes. Most fudge recipes call for dairy, but you can make vegan fudge with dairy-free sweetened condensed milk and dairy-free dark chocolate chips.

Marly’s Tips

Use these tips and tricks to make this chocolate fudge perfect every time:

  • For taller chocolate fudge, use a smaller pan and allow more time for the chocolate to set.
  • You can line your pan with waxed paper for easy removal once the chocolate sets. Alternatively, a greased pan works too.
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Reader Reviews

★★★★★
I made this last night….amazing. Thank you for sharing!

M.

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Vegan Chocolate Fudge

This is a super-easy vegan fudge recipe. You'll love the silky-smooth chocolate pieces that are perfect for the holidays.

4.78 from 18 votes

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 24

Calories: 187kcal

Author: Marly McMillen

Ingredients

  • 3 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
  • 14 oz vegan sweetened condensed milk *
  • ¾ cup chopped nuts
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Line an 8" square or rectangle baking dish with waxed paper, allowing the paper to extend beyond two opposite ends.

  • Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Add the vegan sweetened condensed milk. Stir to make sure the chocolate chips are coated. Heat for one minute in the microwave. Remove from the microwave and place a lid over the bowl for one minute, to allow the chocolate to melt. Stir until creamy.

  • Add the chopped nuts and vanilla and stir to combine.

  • Pour the fudge batter into the prepared baking dish. Cover and chill for 1 to 2 hours until the chocolate is set.

  • Once set, lift the fudge by the waxed paper out of the dish. Remove the waxed paper from the chocolate and cut it into square pieces.

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Notes

This fudge will stay fresh on the counter for up to a week if you keep it covered.

It will last longer in the fridge, up to 2 to 3 weeks. And you can even freeze it for up to 2 to 3 months.

You want the fudge to be nice and tall which means using a smaller pan.

Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 16mg | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 0.4mg

The nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator and should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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FAQs

What is vegan fudge made of? ›

Easy vegan fudge made healthy with a base of coconut, nut butter, and cacao powder. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and dates, and intensely chocolaty thanks to melted cocoa butter and cacao powder. The ultimate rich, vegan-friendly fudge.

Why is my no bake fudge not setting? ›

Fudge Didn't Set

If your fudge turned out super sticky, or it didn't set as it cooled, it probably never got hot enough. This mistake is super easy to avoid if you use a candy thermometer and cook the fudge to the temperature specified in the recipe (usually between 234 and 239°F).

Can you use evaporated milk instead of milk in fudge? ›

Evaporated milk is often called for in fudge recipes, for the creamy milkiness it imparts, and this Rocky Road Fudge is no exception.

What is the secret to non grainy fudge? ›

A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals.

What can I substitute butter for in fudge? ›

You can substitute coconut oil for butter in a 1:1 ratio. The oil—which can be both a solid and a liquid—can bring a coconut taste to foods, so it works seamlessly in chocolate dishes or dishes with tropical flavor profiles.

Is Hershey's fudge vegan? ›

This product contains 5 ingredients that are not vegan and 4 ingredients that may not be vegan.

What is the secret to perfect fudge? ›

The key to creamy, luscious fudge is controlling crystal formation. If the sucrose (table sugar) crystals are small, the fudge will feel creamy and smooth on your tongue. But if the crystals are large, the fudge develops a crumbly, dry, or even coarse texture.

Why won't my 2 ingredient fudge set? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

Why won't my 3 ingredient condensed milk fudge set? ›

This often happens when the condensed milk and chocolate chip mixture isn't hot enough to start. Everything must be completely melted before it is transferred to the pan to cool. Heat in 30-second bursts in the microwave, stirring well between each to ensure everything is melting evenly.

Why is condensed milk used in fudge? ›

Sweetened Condensed Milk – One can, which is the “secret” ingredient to these incredibly easy fudge recipe. It ensures a smooth and creamy texture.

What happens if I use condensed milk instead of evaporated milk? ›

These items are essentially the same with one big difference: no sugar is added to evaporated milk. Sweetened condensed milk also has 60% of the water removed, but contains 40% sugar. Due to the big flavor difference, they cannot be substituted for each other.

Can almond milk substitute for evaporated milk? ›

Almond milk is suitable for sweet dishes, whereas cashew milk can be used in both sweet and savory recipes. Like regular milk, you can heat a nut milk to reduce the water content. This creates an evaporated milk substitute, though it won't be quite as thick as regular evaporated milk.

How to fix failed fudge? ›

Fixing Fudge
  1. Scrape the fudge back into a large saucepan and add 1 1/2 cups of water.
  2. Stir the fudge over low heat until it dissolves. ...
  3. Increase the heat to medium and bring it to a boil, washing down the sides of the pan frequently with a wet pastry brush to prevent sugar crystals from forming.
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Can you reboil fudge that hasn't set? ›

How can you fix soft fudge? Put it in a microwave safe bowl that is large enough that it won't boil over. Reheat it to the boiling point and cook for about 3 more minutes. Then you can beat some powdered sugar into it if this doesn't make it set.

What makes fudge softer? ›

If you don't heat your fudge to a high enough temperature, you'll end up with a soft product. And if you heat the mixture too much, your fudge may be harder than you'd like.

What is fudge usually made of? ›

Fudge is a dense, rich confection typically made with sugar, milk or cream, butter and chocolate or other flavorings. The base for fudge is boiled until it reaches the soft-ball stage (135 to 140 degrees F), then stirred or beaten as it cools to minimize the formation of sugar crystals.

Is Betty Crocker chocolate fudge vegan? ›

Betty Crocker frostings are made with dairy-free ingredients, such as vegetable oil and natural sweeteners. Their vegan options include: Classic Coffee. Indulgent Chocolate Fudge.

Is cocoa powder vegan? ›

Cocoa powder is the cocoa solids in its raw form, and this will be vegan, however hot chocolate powder may contain dried milk which would make it unsuitable for those on a plant-based diet.

Can vegetarians eat fudge? ›

Chocolate fudge is typically suitable for lacto-ovo vegetarians. However, it usually includes several prominent dairy ingredients: sweetened condensed milk, butter, and, in most cases, milk chocolate.

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