Quick, easy, pumpkin-y and fudgy! Need I say more? It's a good thing this fudge only takes 10 minutes to make, because it takes about that much time for it to get eaten up!
It required a few tries for me to get this recipe just right. The taste was fine, but I was struggling with getting it to set. By the third try, I had it down to a science and it came out perfectly! The good news was that every attempt tasted great, even though the first two batches had to be eaten with a spoon! LOL
Good luck trying to make this without eating any. All three times I made this, I gobbled a huge spoonful (or two!) during the process. But I had to taste it to make sure it would turn out OK, right? Right! I will just keep telling myself that.
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Microwave Pumpkin Fudge
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Microwave Pumpkin Fudge
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups milk chocolate morsels
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
- 3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice extract
Instructions
- Prepare a 8x8 pan by lining it with aluminum foil and then spraying a light coat of cooking spray on the foil. Set aside.
- Place the chocolate morsels and sweetened condensed milk in a large microwave safe bowl. Heat on high for 60-90 seconds until mostly melted.3 ½ cups milk chocolate morsels, 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- Add the remaining ingredients and stir until well combined.3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice extract
- Pour the mixture into the prepared 8x8 pan and place in the refrigerator, covered, for 3-4 hours to set.
- After the fudge has set, remove from the pan, peel away the foil, and cut into squares. Store leftover fudge in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Notes
- You can substitute semi-sweet morsels for the milk chocolate.
- If you don't have or can't find pumpkin spice extract, you can substitute vanilla extract.
- If you're in a hurry, place the fudge in the freezer to speed up the setting time. It should be ready in about 1 hour instead of 3-4 hours in the fridge.
- Add ½ cup of chopped pecans or walnuts to the fudge for some crunch.
- Adjust the pumpkin pie spice to your preference. For even more pumpkin spice flavor, add an extra teaspoon or include a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- For a pretty presentation, drizzle white chocolate on top of the fudge and use a spatula to create a swirl pattern.
- Garnish the top of the fudge with pecans or roasted pumpkin seeds, or even a little sea salt
- Cut the fudge into small squares, wrap them in wax paper, and package them in decorative tins or gift boxes for the holidays.
- Serve the pumpkin fudge alongside other seasonal desserts like caramel apples or gingerbread cookies.
- Chop the fudge into smaller pieces and serve sprinkled over vanilla ice cream for a decadent fall sundae.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
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Cindy Reed
I tried the chocolate with the pumpkin it was grandkids and my son and me loved it going to make with white chocolate. To see how it dors
Kristin
So glad to hear it! That variation sounds delicious. Enjoy! 🙂
Stephanie
This looks delicious!
Can you use baking chocolate instead of milk chocolate morsels? I don't have any on hand at the moment.
Thanks!
Kristin King
I have not tried it with baking chocolate, but I am thinking it might not turn out that great. I actually have not used baking chocolate a lot so I am not that familiar with how it melts or how it tastes. However, if you are feeling adventurous and try it anyway, let me know how it turns out!
kevin
Hi Kristen, thanks for the recipe. Sounded delicious. Had to try it. I made some this afternoon and have been tasting it along the way. Very good but the Chocolate seems to be over powering the Pumpkin. I am wondering if u have tried this with White chocolate. Or did I misunderstand the directions? It has been setting for about an hour or so and hoping it solidifies in the next couple of hours......Have company coming tomorrow, and ready to sing your praises. If it doesn't set, I guess I could serve it over Ice cream, lol, It is very rich and tasty. Thanks
Kristin King
The first couple of times I had trouble getting it to set as well. I am not sure why. But then the last couple of times it has been fine. I will try to look into that and let you know if I figure it out. The good news is at least it is tasty even if it is a bit mooshy. Thanks for stopping by!
kevin
Hi Thanks for the reply. I know why I did not get a good set.....I had too much Pumpkin in. Too much moisture for the chocolate to return to the solid state. I might try white chocolate next time just for the variation in taste...Thanks again
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Healing Tomato
Fudge made in a microwave? I love time-saving ideas.
Debra Clark
Mmmm.....fudge! And my favorite flavor, pumpkin! You got me!
Jen
I love how easy this is and it looks SO good! Thanks for perfecting it for all the rest of us 🙂 This will make the perfect Fall gifts!
Shelby
Fudge is one of my major weaknesses. My son Justin loves Pumpkin Fudge, I am going to link him up to your recipe!
Sandra Shaffer
This looks amazing, Kristen! I love how convenient this is to make in the microwave. Can't wait to try this recipe!
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama
I keep seeing recipes for microwave fudge, but I have been too afraid to try them, lol. I have a hard enough time getting my fudge to set making it the old-fashioned way. But this pumpkin fudge of your's just may have me convinced to try this finally. 😉
Robin @ Redo It Yourself Inspirations
Wow. I've never made fudge using the microwave. Not only a delicious recipe for pumpkin, but easy! Thanks so much for this.
Hope you have a very happy Thanksgiving! 🙂
Kristin King
Thank you, Robin! Wishing you and your family all the best as well! 🙂