KITTENCAL'S EASY NEVER-FAIL 5-MINUTE CHOCOLATE FUDGE

Kittencal's Easy Never-Fail 5-Minute Chocolate Fudge image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 2/3 cups sugar (remove 2 tablespoons for a less-sweeter fudge)
2/3 cup half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons butter
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups mini marshmallows
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
3/4 cup pecans (optional)

Steps:

Butter an 8-inch square pan (or line with foil overlapping on the ends to remove the complete block of fudge).
In a saucepan combine the sugar, cream, butter and salt; bring to a boil (careful the mixture does not run over the pot).
Reduce heat to medium-low or low and simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring a few times during cooking (start timing after the mixture is at a full boil).
Remove from heat and add in marshmallows, chocolate chips and vanilla; beat vigorously with a wooden spoon or a whisk until the marshmallows and chocolate are completely melted and combined (this should take about 1 minute or less).
Mix in nuts if using.
Pour the mixture into prepared pan.
Cool to room temperature then refrigerate.
Cut into small squares.