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This S’mores Fudge only takes 15 minutes and six ingredients to prep – no baking required! This quick and easy fudge recipe is a no-mess way to enjoy s’mores.
Weather in Seattle has not been my friend recently. When I first moved into my apartment I was stoked on my light situation – a living room with an entire glass wall that gets direct light for half the day? Yes, please! In the summer, I struggled with having too much light. I would be blinded by the sun in my eyes as I stood inside taking photos.
Oh, how I miss those days. They are so long gone. Back in summer, I could be taking photos until 5 or 6 PM…now, the light is totally gone for the day by 4 PM at the latest – but that’s not the main problem. The wall of windows that used to let in tons of light now barely lets in any, but that’s cause there is none, except for the occasional hour where the sun will break through the clouds to grace us with it’s presence.
But, a food bloggers got to do what a food bloggers got to do, so for the past few months I’ve moved my photography operation outside to be able to take advantage of the natural light . I bundle up with my fuzziest jacket and fluffiest scarf and battle against the cold for a drool-worthy dessert photo, and for the most part, my photoshoots have been uneventful besides a confused neighbor or two.
The photoshoot for this s’mores fudge was a bit more eventful then most. I like to photograph things when they’re as fresh as possible, so I toasted the marshmallows on top of the fudge and sliced it up to photograph. After styling on the tray, I headed outside to shoot.
What I didn’t realize was that it was POURING rain. I shoot on a covered patio so I can deal with a little bit of rain, but instead I was getting sideways rain, soaking the tissue paper and getting all over my freshly cut fudge which should be DRY. I pushed the table into the corner as far from the rain as possible, cleaned up as best as possible and set up a makeshift rain shield which somehow managed to block the rain and not the light.
Let’s just say, this shoot was probably one of the quickest I’ve ever done but felt like one of the longest. It was a battle of fudge vs. the elements, and I’d say fudge won. Because doesn’t fudge always win? Especially when it’s s’mores flavored.
This fudge is a super easy recipe – the fudge itself only requires three ingredients. A quick graham cracker crust and toasted marshmallows on top make this classic summer treat come to life as a portable winter dessert that’s perfect as a holiday gift.
The toasted marshmallows are a must – I used a handheld torch, but if you don’t have one, you can toast the marshmallows under the broiler for a minute or until they’re golden brown. So scrumptious! This recipe makes a seriously big batch of fudge (64 pieces) so plan on giving some out to your favorite family and friends.
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S’mores Fudge
Ingredients
For the graham cracker crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the fudge
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Line a 9×13″ pan with parchment paper and grease lightly.
- In a bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press evenly into the prepared pan. As is, the crust can be crumbly. If you want a firmer crust, bake for 8 minutes at 350ºF. Let cool while you prepare the fudge.
- Over low-medium heat in a medium saucepan, combine butter, sweetened condensed milk, and chocolate chips. Stir frequently until the mixture is completely melted and smooth, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Pour mixture into a prepared pan. Spread evenly. Sprinkle mini marshmallows on top and press down slightly into the fudge so they stay put. Using a kitchen torch, toast the marshmallows. Alternatively, you can put the pan under your over broiler for about 1 minute or until golden brown – watch carefully.
- Refrigerate until set before cutting into 64 pieces. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Gosh! I miss the light too! I know what you mean about confused neighbors and your rain story is hilarious! Love the fudge and I’m glad it didn’t melt in the rain!
Haha so am I!! Thanks, Rachelle :)
I feel like my lighting here is bad enough in CA, but it must be even harder in Seattle where it rains so much more. I’d never know you had lighting difficulties by the looks of any of your photos! This fudge looks so sinful and delicious, Rachel!
Haha, I’m totally not brave enough to shoot outside! I bet you needed a slice or two of this fudge afterwards to reward yourself!
It’s been an adventure for sure, haha! Thanks, Ashley.
WHOA! These pictures still look amazing, even with all that lighting drama!! Seriously…s’mores fudge…BE STILL MY HEART!
I am totally feeling your dark days in Seattle pain. SO. DARK. But you are right, this fudge totally wins! S’mores fudge? With toasted marshmallows?? Yes, that wins, and I think it was even worth doing out in the rain for a photoshoot :)
I’m on a total s’mores kick! This past weekend we had our annual cookie party and my husband and I made s’mores cookie cups…that was before i saw this awesome recipe! I seriously cannot wit to make this, it sounds delish!!
I’m so glad you saved this fudge from the rain, Rachel! ;) I love the way your photos turned out! S’mores sounds like the perfect fudge flavor!
OMG that reminds me so much of the Auckland winter – the drizzly, grey rain and early sunsets.. makes it so much harder to photograph (luckily we are now in summer so not such an issue haha!) You are doing amazingly well though, I would never have known that you haven’t had ideal lighting conditions. AND this fudge looks gorgeous, I love the layers and textures! x
And when fudge wins….we win!!!! These look amazing! And thank you for roughing the elements to get us this glorious recipe! Loved your post! :)
Finding light is the hardest in the winter! I feel like I’m out of luck after 2pm here. This fudge looks amazing, Rachel! I love how easy this is to whip up!