Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- A few drops of yellow food coloring (optional, for that perfect lemony color)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or foil. Leave some overhang on the sides, making it easy to lift the fudge out once it’s set.
- Melt the Base Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Add Lemon Flavor: Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and yellow food coloring (if using) until everything is well combined. This is where the fudge takes on its fresh, vibrant flavor.
- Pour and Spread: Pour the lemon mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it out with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Chill to Set: Place the fudge in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until firm. Once it’s set, lift the fudge out of the dish using the parchment paper and cut it into small squares.
- Dust and Serve: For an extra touch, dust the fudge squares with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Choose High-Quality White Chocolate Chips: This is key to getting a smooth and creamy texture. Lower-quality chocolate can sometimes seize or turn grainy.
- Use Fresh Lemon Juice: The flavor really shines with fresh juice. Bottled juice can taste artificial and won’t provide the same zing.
- Go Easy on the Food Coloring: Just a drop or two of yellow food coloring is enough for that lemony pop. If you prefer a more natural look, skip it altogether.
- Stir, Stir, Stir!: Don’t skip the stirring intervals when microwaving. It prevents burning and ensures a smooth mixture.
- Cutting the Fudge: For clean cuts, run a sharp knife under hot water, wipe it dry, and slice through the fudge. The heat helps make neat, smooth squares.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes (microwaving in intervals)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
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