Step-by-Step Instructions (Glossy, Thick, Foolproof)
1. Layer in Slow Cooker
- Place chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter in the slow cooker.
- Do not stir.
2. Cook Low & Slow
- Cover and cook on LOW for 2–3 hours, until butter is melted and edges are bubbly.
- Do not lift the lid early—steam helps melt everything evenly.
3. Finish & Cool
- Remove lid; stir in vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
- Let cool 15–20 minutes before serving (it thickens as it cools).
- For warm fudge: Serve immediately over ice cream.
- For thicker fudge: Cool completely—it will firm up like soft fudge.
Serving Suggestions
- 🍦 Classic: Over vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry ice cream
- 🥧 Dessert upgrade: Drizzled over brownies, banana bread, or apple slices
- ☕ Cozy twist: Swirled into hot milk for instant hot chocolate
- 🎁 Gifting: Pour into jars, cool, and tie with ribbon (keeps 2 weeks at room temp!)
Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
- Room temp: Store in airtight jar up to 2 weeks (stir before using).
- Fridge: Keeps up to 1 month—gently rewarm in microwave or stovetop.
- Freeze: Freeze up to 3 months—thaw in fridge and stir.
