¾teaspoonMaldon Flake Sea Salt topping (can be found here) - see note
½cupnuts: chopped pecans or walnutsmixed in
Instructions
Prep an 8x8 pan by spraying with non stick spray and then placing a strip of parchment paper over the bottom and up the sides so it hangs over the edge. See Photo:
In a large microwavable bowl add the chocolate chips, condensed milk and butter.
18 oz semi sweet chocolate chips, 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk, 2 tablespoon butter
Microwave for 1 minute. Stir. Then microwave for another 30 seconds. Stir.
If the chips are all melted move on to the next step, if not place back in the microwave for 20 seconds.
Add the vanilla and stir in.If you are adding nuts, stir them in with the vanilla.
1 teaspoon vanilla, ½ cup nuts: chopped pecans or walnuts
Pour the mixture into the prepared 8x8 pan. Push the fudge to the corners and smooth top with a spatula or offset knife.
Sprinkle the flake sea salt on the top and give it a light press to adhere to the fudge.
¾ teaspoon Maldon Flake Sea Salt
Place in the fridge 4 hours, up to 24 hours.
Remove from the fridge for 20-30 minutes before cutting.
Run a knife around the edges of the fudge without the parchment. Using the parchment overhang, pull the block of fudge from the pan.
Cut into 36 one inch pieces. The pan will be cut 6x6.
Storing & Freezing
Fudge is best stored in an air tight container at room temp for up to 2 weeks.
But, it can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. (the risk here is that your fudge might dry out and get crumbly)
It can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Let it thaw at room temp before serving.
Notes
Tips to Remember When Making Microwave Fudge
Since chocolate is the main ingredient it is important to use a high quality chocolate morsel.
Make sure to microwave in increments so the chocolate doesn't burn.
Stir the chocolate chips etc. between microwaving, the chips will not melt into a puddle, you need to stir them to help them dissolve into liquid.
Cut into tiny 1 inch squares (or smaller), so they can be consumed in just a few bites! The fudge is rich and eating a 2 inch square might be overwhelming.
Flake Sea Salt Note: When storing at room temp the flake sea salt will "melt" a little on top of the fudge. Use this when serving right away. OR serve a little bowl of flake sea salt on the side when plating.