3 Ingredient Lemon Fudge (2024)

November 22, 2023

by Kirbie

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This lemon fudge is rich and creamy. It is just 3 ingredients and is easier to make than traditional fudge. You don’t need a candy thermometer and you don’t need a stove. The fudge takes only about five minutes to prepare. It also stores well so you can make it ahead of time for gifting or bringing to an event.
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Whether you need an easy dessert to bring to a party or are looking for an easy gifting idea, this fudge is the answer. It takes about five minutes to prepare and it stores very well.

Ingredients

  • White chocolate
  • Condensed milk
  • Lemon zest

White chocolate chips: White chocolate chips are melted down to provide the base for this fudge. I recommend starting with a fresh and fairly new package of white chocolate chips. Old white chocolate chips don’t melt as well.

Condensed milk: This recipe uses full fat sweetened condensed milk to give the fudge its rich chewy texture. It keeps the white chocolate from fully solidifying again so that it stays in a fudgy state.

Lemon zest: Fresh lemon zest gives this fudge a bright lemon flavor without the tartness. You want to stick with lemon zest and not lemon juice because adding lemon juice will make the fudge too soft.

How to Make Lemon Fudge

Add the white chocolate and condensed milk and heat in the microwave in 15-30 second intervals until melted and smooth. You can also use the double boiler method if you don’t wish to use a microwave. The lemon zest is then stirred in. Pour your batter into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper and then place it into the freezer until set. Once set, it is ready to cut and serve. You can store uneaten fudge in the fridge or freezer.
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Taste and Texture

This lemon fudge is very creamy and slightly chewy. It is very sweet with a light lemon flavor throughout. It does not have any tart flavor that usually comes from lemon juice. If you prefer a stronger lemon flavor you can also add 1-2 drops of lemon extract.
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3 Ingredient Lemon Fudge

Servings: 21 pieces

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

This lemon fudge is rich and creamy. It is so easy to make and stores well so it can be made ahead of time.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups (245 g) white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup (118 ml/4 oz) sweetened full fat condensed milk
  • 2 tbsp (6 g) lemon zest plus additional for topping

Instructions

  • Line the bottom of an 8 x 4 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

  • Add white chocolate chips and condensed milk to a large microwave safe mixing bowl. Heat chocolate in 15-30 second intervals, stirring in between with a spatula until chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is uniform. I like switching to a whisk to stir after the chocolate is mostly melted to ensure that you have a smooth, uniform mixture. You can also melt the chocolate and condensed milk on the stove using the double boiler method.

  • Stir in the zest. Once the zest is added, you will notice the fudge start to thicken up right away. Working quickly, add the mixture into the prepared pan.

  • Use a spatula to spread the fudge mixture evenly across the bottom of the pan and smooth the surface. Rap the bottom of the pan against your counter a few times to eliminate any air bubbles.If desired, sprinkle additional zest on the surface for decoration.

  • Place fudge into freezer until set (about 30 minutes). The fudge is ready when it feels firm to the touch. Bring the fudge to room temperature before cutting with a sharp knife. Store uneaten fudge in the fridge or freezer.

Notes

  • I cut my fudge into approximate 1 inch squares.
  • For a stronger lemon flavor you can add 1-2 drops of lemon extract.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece, Calories: 116kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Sodium: 18mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 17g, NET CARBS: 16

The nutrition information provided are only estimates based on an online nutritional calculator. I am not a certified nutritionist. Please consult a professional nutritionist or doctor for accurate information and any dietary restrictions and concerns you may have.

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16 comments on “3 Ingredient Lemon Fudge”

  1. James Stone February 6, 2024 @ 8:12 am Reply

    I have faith

  2. Cathie Johnson December 11, 2023 @ 4:44 am Reply

    OMGoodness are the 3 ingredient fudges ever easy to make and are they ever tasty!!! I made both the coconut and lemon to give as part of my Christmas gifts and told the recipients to enjoy them early. I got very positive feedback and one person brought the container back wanting more 🙂 I made some for myself as well and have to keep it in the freezer to keep from snacking on it too often. I’m so glad I came across your blog.

    • Kirbie December 17, 2023 @ 1:05 am Reply

      I’m so glad you enjoyed the fudge recipes!

  3. Sudarshan December 4, 2023 @ 8:19 am Reply

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  4. Selvi November 26, 2023 @ 12:09 pm Reply

    Thank you for sharing this recipe. It looks good.

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 21, 2023 @ 11:24 am Reply

      We hope you try it!

  5. jennifer November 25, 2023 @ 2:17 pm Reply

    I really love to bake more open when I have a time to my family,thanks for the recipes it’s so much delicious and yummy and very affordable!!!

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 21, 2023 @ 11:24 am Reply

      We’re glad you’re enjoying the recipes!

  6. Bernadette November 24, 2023 @ 2:15 pm Reply

    So easy. Question: could we just melt the mixture right in a Glass Loaf Pan lined completely with the parchment paper, in the microwave, one-dish only style? Thanks.

    • Kirbie's Cravings Team December 21, 2023 @ 11:26 am Reply

      The only problem you might have is stirring the melted chocolate with the sweetened condensed milk. Doing this in a loaf pan might be a little difficult – a bowl is much easier.

  7. Robin November 22, 2023 @ 11:08 pm Reply

    By white chocolate chips do you mean real chocolate chips made with cocoa butter, or white chocolate morsels or something similar? Thanks

    • Kirbie December 17, 2023 @ 1:06 am Reply

      I used Nestle white chocolate morsels

  8. Alfreda November 22, 2023 @ 8:38 pm Reply

    Better warmed up the next day. I found not so tart . Excellent for having with soup. Will definitely be making again.

  9. Mandy November 22, 2023 @ 9:21 am Reply

    I’m vegan. But I love fudge! Sometimes sweetened condensed milk can be substituted recipes by using canned premium coconut milk. Do you think this could work in your recipe?

    • Kirbie December 17, 2023 @ 1:07 am Reply

      I haven’t tried this one with coconut milk so I’m not sure. You would also need to use a dairy free white chocolate.

      • Shawn Resatz April 12, 2024 @ 12:37 pm

        Maybe not coconut milk, but coconut cream could do the job. I haven’t tried it, but it works in other recipes requiring heavy cream. (Or in this case, condensed milk).

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