Fudge is one of my favorite treats to make. It is so incredibly easy and there are so many different things you can do with it. This Hot Cocoa Fudge is a simple spin on my classic easy fudge recipe. It uses both melted chocolate and cocoa powder to give you a real hot cocoa taste. Then you top it with marshmallow bits, and you have an adorable and delicious Hot Cocoa Fudge!
How to Make Hot Cocoa Fudge
This is a brief overview of how to make this delicious fudge recipe. For the full recipe with all of the measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Tips and Tricks
Keep the heat on the chocolate low. Fudge tends to not work out when the chocolate gets overheated. If your chocolate is overheated, it will turn grainy. Use hot cocoa mix. If you have it on hand, you can swap the cocoa powder for actual cocoa mix. It will work great in this. Use mini marshmallows. If you can’t find the marshmallow bits, you can top with mini marshmallows, but you will only need about half a cup. Double check that you have sweetened condensed milk. Evaporated milk is sold right next to the sweetened condensed milk and one is easily mistaken for the other. Evaporated milk will absolutely not work in this recipe.
Storing
Store Hot Cocoa Fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. This fudge freezes really well. You can freeze it in a single layer for two hours and then transfer it to an airtight container that can be stored in the freezer for up to three months.
