# What You'll Need:
→ Chocolate & Dairy
01 - 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
02 - 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
03 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
→ Flavoring
04 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-Ins
05 - ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
06 - Pinch of sea salt (optional, for sprinkling)
# How To Make It:
01 - Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
02 - In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and butter. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.
03 - Remove saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract. If desired, fold in chopped nuts.
04 - Pour mixture into prepared pan and spread the surface evenly with a spatula.
05 - Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top for enhanced flavor.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully set.
07 - Lift fudge out using parchment overhang, cut into 24 squares, and serve.