Million Dollar Fudge Recipe

plate of Mamie's million dollar fudge with flakes salt and red and green sprinkles

5 from 5 votes

This Million Dollar Fudge Recipe, also known as Mamie Eisenhower's fudge, makes the best fudge for holiday gifts. It's soft, sweet and delicious! This melt-in-your-mouth fudge will be one of your favorite recipes to make this holiday season!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 7 minutes

Resting Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes

Servings

Calories 199kcal

Author Dee

Cost $10

Ingredients

1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
4 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 12-ounce package semisweet chocolate chips
12 ounces sweet German chocolate Baker's chocolate bars, cut up
1 7-ounce jar marshmallow creme
2 cups chopped nuts pecans or walnuts
pinch sea salt
flaked salt or seasonal sprinkles optional

Instructions

Line a 13x9 inch pan with foil, parchment paper or wax paper
Add the chocolate chips, chopped chocolate pieces, chopped nuts and marshmallow creme to a large mixing bowl, and set near the stove
In a large heavy bottomed pot or Dutch oven, add the butter, sugar and evaporated milk
Heat on medium heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a rolling boil
Cook for 7 minutes, stirring continuously
After 7 minutes, turn heat off, and carefully pour mixture into the mixing bowl filled with chocolate
Stir until mixture is well combined, and pour fudge into prepared baking pan. Top with flaked salt or sprinkles, if desired
Allow to set for 1 hour or more or until firm. You can refrigerate the fudge if desired.
Cut into 1 inch pieces or smaller to serve

Notes

Wear oven mitts and use caution when handling hot pot as mixture is very hot. You can also pour the chocolate mixture into the liquid, if desired.

Store fudge in airtight container. Can be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

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