# What You'll Need:
→ Chocolate & Dairy
01 - 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
02 - 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
→ Flavoring
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-Ins
05 - ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
06 - Pinch of sea salt (optional, for sprinkling)
# How to Make It:
01 - Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang to facilitate removal.
02 - In a medium saucepan over low heat, stir together sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and butter until melted and smooth.
03 - Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and fold in chopped nuts if using.
04 - Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and level the surface with a spatula.
05 - Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top if desired.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
07 - Lift fudge out using parchment overhang, cut into 24 squares, and serve.
