Lemon Fudge

Jul 3, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Creamy, sliceable lemon fudge made the easy way with sweetened condensed milk. Makes 64 pieces (about 2 pounds).

Prep 15 min

Cook 7 min

Chill 2 hr

Total 2 hr 22 min

Yield 64 pieces

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Ingredients

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14.0 oz (397.0 g)sweetened condensed milk, 1 can (not evaporated milk)
3.0 cups (510.0 g)white chocolate chips, 18 oz
⅛ tspfine sea salt
1.0 tbsplemon zest, finely grated
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)lemon extract

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Instructions

Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment, leaving an overhang on two sides.
In a heavy saucepan, combine the condensed milk, chips, and salt. Stir over low heat until the chips melt and the mixture is smooth and thick, 5 to 7 minutes. Or microwave in 45-second bursts, stirring well each time.
Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon zest and lemon extract.
Spread evenly in the pan.
Refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours. Lift out using the parchment and cut into 1-inch squares.

Tips

Use chocolate chips or a good bar you like to eat; fudge made with candy coating tastes waxy.
Vanilla boost: add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract with the other flavorings for a rounder, warmer flavor.
Storage: Store airtight in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make lemon fudge?

Plan on 15 minutes of prep and 7 minutes of cooking, plus 2 hours to chill. It makes 64 pieces (about 2 pounds).

How should I store lemon fudge?

Store airtight in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

Creamy, sliceable lemon fudge made the easy way with sweetened condensed milk. Makes 64 pieces (about 2 pounds).

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 64 servings this recipe makes.

63 Calories / serving

3.1g Fat

8.1g Carbs

1.0g Protein

8.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (64 servings): ~4032 cal · 198g fat · 518g carbs · 64g protein · 518g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 63 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 12 min·0.7 mi·~1400 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 9 min·0.5 mi·~900 steps
Moderate cycling 6 min·1.2 mi
Swimming laps 9 min
Jogging 6 min·0.5 mi·~950 steps
Stair climbing 6 min·~550 steps
Dancing 10 min
Bodyweight circuit training 6 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 15 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.