# Needed Ingredients:
→ Chocolate & Dairy
01 - 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
02 - 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
03 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
→ Flavoring
04 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-Ins
05 - ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
06 - Pinch of sea salt (optional, for sprinkling)
# Steps:
01 - Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
02 - Over low heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and butter in a medium saucepan. Stir constantly until melted and smooth.
03 - Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and fold in nuts if using.
04 - Pour mixture into prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
05 - Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top if desired.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
07 - Lift fudge from pan using parchment overhang, cut into 24 squares, and serve.
