Easy Chocolate Fudge
Ziploc Fudge in a baggie is one of my favorite treats to make because it is just what it sounds like — fudge made in a Ziploc baggie!
My son loves to help make it. He’s an expert at squishing all the ingredients together to create this creamy fudge.
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Easy Fudge Recipe without Condensed Milk
Fudge can be tricky to make, but this method of making it in a Ziploc bag takes the tediousness out of fudge making without removing flavor!
It’s sweet, chewy, and delicious! The best part is, your kids can even help make it. Unlike regular fudge you’re not dealing with candy thermometer and the stove.
Video: How To Make Fudge In A Bag
First time making fudge? Don’t be nervous!
Take a minute to watch this step-by-step video before proceeding to the recipe.
Easy Chocolate Fudge Ingredients
This easy fudge recipe doesn’t require a lot of ingredients. Some of these ingredients you’ll have in your pantry.
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2/3 c unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 lb. powdered sugar
- 1 gallon-sized Ziploc bag
How to Make Easy Fudge
Step 1
Cover a plate with aluminum foil and set aside.
Step 2
In the Ziploc bag, combine the butter, cream cheese and vanilla.
Step 3
Squish the bag to mix well.
Step 4
Add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar and squish to mix.
Step 5
Scoop the fudge onto the paper plate and allow to harden. I like to put mine in the freezer to speed up the process.
Step 6
Cut and serve!
Note:
If you like nuts on your fudge, press them on top once you squish them on a plate or add them while you’re mixing in the baggy!
How to Store Cream Cheese Fudge
Does fudge need to be refrigerated?
Our Ziploc Fudge recipe is best stored in the fridge due to uncooked ingredients including butter and cream cheese.
How long does fudge last in the fridge?
Fudge will last in the fridge for up to 5 days, but it never lasts that long at my house!
Can you freeze fudge?
Yes! In fact, we freeze fudge ahead of the holiday season for cookie plates and holiday parties. It is best if used within 3 months and you can defrost it overnight by placing it in the fridge.
Easy Chocolate Fudge Recipe FAQ
All the ingredients in this fudge recipe are gluten free naturally. Just check the cocoa powder you are using to be sure!
The secret to our fudge is how easy it is to make. Even a small child can make it! You don’t have to tell people how quick and easy it was to make…shhhh, let that be our secret.
Ummmm…do you really have to ask? Everything is better with butter.
Easy Chocolate Fudge Recipe
Our easy Ziploc Fudge recipe has 5 common ingredients and takes less than 5 minutes to put together. It is easy enough to get the kids involved!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2/3 c unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 lb. powdered sugar
- 1 gallon-sized Ziploc bag
Instructions
- Cover a plate with aluminum foil and set aside.
- In the Ziploc bag, combine the butter, cream cheese and vanilla. Squish the bag to mix well.
- Add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar and squish to mix.
- Scoop the fudge onto the paper plate and allow to harden.
- Cut and serve!
What More Delicious Dessert Recipes?
- This fudge would be an awesome gift idea with some homemade candy treats.
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- Know someone who doesn’t like fudge? Make them these homemade york peppermint patties instead.
- Need another sweet idea? Then try out this easy buckeye recipe. Sooooo good!
How did your fudge in a baggie turn out?
