Step 1: Prepare the Baking Dish
Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
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Step 2: Combine Ingredients
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, butter, and evaporated milk.
- Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a boil. Once boiling, let it cook for exactly 5 minutes, stirring consistently.
Step 3: Add Chocolate and Vanilla
- Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly add the chocolate chips and vanilla extract.
- Stir vigorously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Step 4: Add Nuts (Optional)
Fold in the chopped nuts if you desire a delightful crunch in your fudge.
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Step 5: Set and Chill
Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until the fudge is set.
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Step 6: Cut and Indulge
Once set, lift the fudge from the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang. Place it on a cutting board and cut into squares.
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