This Nutella fudge is a creamy, rich twist on traditional fudge, made with just two main ingredients. It’s simple to prepare and delicious on its own, or topped with chopped nuts for extra texture. This version requires no sweetened condensed milk.

Nutella Fudge Recipe

If you love the combination of chocolate and hazelnut, this two-ingredient Nutella fudge is for you. It’s quick to make and requires no condensed milk or butter.

Many traditional fudge recipes use sweetened condensed milk or butter. This version relies only on Nutella (or your preferred chocolate-hazelnut spread) and chocolate chips for a smooth, fudgy texture. You can use either milk or dark chocolate chips depending on how sweet or intense you want the chocolate flavor to be.

Ingredients

• Chocolate chips – Use a good-quality bag of chocolate chips (dark or milk). Milk chocolate gives a sweeter finish; dark chocolate makes it richer.
• Nutella or chocolate-hazelnut spread – Any brand will work, though texture and sweetness can vary by brand.
• Optional: chopped nuts – Add walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts for crunch. Fold some into the mixture and sprinkle some on top if desired.

Tips for success

• The finished fudge is slightly softer than a typical chocolate bar; chilling helps it set.
• Change the pan size to adjust the thickness of the pieces — a smaller pan yields thicker squares.
• The recipe scales easily. Double or triple it but match the pan size so the depth stays consistent.
• If halving the recipe, use a loaf pan (8×4 or 8×5) for thicker pieces.
• Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner slicing.

Does fudge need to be refrigerated?

Not all fudge requires refrigeration, but chilling this Nutella fudge helps it hold its shape and stay fresh. For best results, store it in the refrigerator.

How to cut Nutella fudge

This fudge is on the softer side, similar to refrigerator fudge. Chill it until firm before cutting into squares. If you lined the pan with parchment, lift the block out using the parchment and place it on a cutting board.

If the fudge is still too soft to slice, place the pan in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm it up — set a timer so it doesn’t freeze solid. Another method is to dip a sharp knife in hot water, dry it, and use the warmed blade for cleaner cuts.

I hope you enjoy this easy Nutella fudge. If you try it, leave a comment to share how you served it or whether you added nuts.

Did you make this Nutella fudge? Did you add chopped nuts? Leave a comment below to tell us what you thought.

Yield: 16 pieces

Nutella Fudge

Simple, rich Nutella fudge made with melted chocolate chips and chocolate-hazelnut spread. No condensed milk required.

Prep Time
5 minutes

Cook Time
2 minutes

Additional Time
1 hour

Total Time
1 hour 7 minutes

Ingredients

• 12 ounces dark chocolate chips (1 bag)
• 12 ounces Nutella (a heaping 1 cup)
• Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts

Instructions

1. Line a 1-quart dish or a 9×9 square pan with parchment paper.
2. Add Nutella and chocolate chips to a medium mixing bowl.
3. Microwave on high for 1 minute, stir, then microwave for an additional 1 minute. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
4. If desired, fold in half of the chopped nuts.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread it evenly.
6. Sprinkle remaining nuts on top if using.
7. Refrigerate for about 1 hour, or until firm.
8. Lift from the pan using the parchment and cut into squares. Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

• Bag sizes vary; 10–12 oz bags of chocolate chips work in this recipe.
• The fudge is slightly softer than a chocolate bar; chilling improves firmness.
• Use a smaller or larger pan to change square thickness.
• If halving the recipe, a loaf pan (8×4 or 8×5) works well.
• Double or triple as needed—adjust pan sizes accordingly.
• Line the pan with parchment for easy removal.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

24

Serving Size:

1 square

Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 195
Total Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 3mg
Sodium: 32mg
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 15g
Protein: 3g

This nutrition info is based on the exact ingredients and brands used and may not be 100% accurate. Please check nutrition labels on your ingredients.