Dark Chocolate Toffee Fudge
Velvety smooth Dark Chocolate Fudge is studded with crunchy toffee bits and topped with flaky sea salt. This is an easy no bake dessert that uses just a few basic ingredients!
I’ve never been a big fan of fudge because typically it’s far too sweet for me. I discovered years ago when I created this chocolate peanut butter fudge that the trick is using dark chocolate as it has more pronounced chocolate flavor without all the sweetness.
This Dark Chocolate Fudge is reminiscent of Heath bars with rich, dark chocolate flavor, crunchy toffee bits and flaky sea salt to balance everything out.
This no bake fudge recipe is extremely easy to make too! The dark chocolate chips are melted into warm sweetened condensed milk, a pat of butter, and a teaspoon of flaky sea salt. The crunchy toffee bits are mixed into the fudge for added texture and flavor.
It keeps well in the refrigerator, making it an ideal holiday hostess gift.
I like to add a few squares to my annual Christmas cookie boxes, too. Everyone who bites into this decadent fudge always asks for the recipe afterwards!
You can’t beat this sweet and salty combination. 🙂
Why you’ll love this recipe
- This fudge is deliciously addicting with the combination of salted dark chocolate and crunchy toffee bits.
- It’s a quick and easy recipe that uses just a few basic ingredients.
- You don’t need to turn on your oven for this no bake dessert, and it can be made without a candy thermometer.
- Homemade fudge lasts up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator, so it’s great to make in advance of big holiday gatherings.
Recipe ingredients
You’ll need just 4 ingredients to make homemade fudge with dark chocolate. You can also add sea salt or flaky sea salt to intensify the chocolate flavor and balance out the sweetness.
Since both the dark chocolate and sweetened condensed milk contain sugar, there’s no need to add any extra sweetener to this recipe.
- Unsalted butter. Makes the fudge silky smooth in texture and easier to bite into.
- Sweetened condensed milk. Lends sweetness and a creamy consistency that’s perfect for making fudge.
- Dark chocolate chips. Use quality dark chocolate chips for the best tasting fudge. I prefer Guittard extra dark. You can also use semi-sweet chocolate if you prefer.
- Toffee bits. The toffee bits make this recipe reminiscent of Heath bars, and it adds a subtle sweetness and crunch for a contrast in texture.
- Sea salt. The sea salt tones down the sweetness and amplifies the chocolate flavor as well. It’s optional but highly recommended!
See the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and quantities.
How to make fudge with dark chocolate
This is a straightforward recipe that’s made by melting all of the ingredients together and spreading the mixture into a baking pan. There’s no candy thermometer needed, so anyone can master this simple recipe!
Pro tip: Use quality dark chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate bars) for the best tasting fudge.
See the recipe card below for full instructions.
- Heat the butter and sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan over medium low heat.
- Once hot, remove from the heat. Stir in the dark chocolate chips and sea salt and mix until smooth, then stir in the toffee bits.
- Pour the melted fudge mixture into a wax paper-lined 8×8″ baking dish. Sprinkle additional toffee bits and sea salt over top.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Recipe FAQs
I prefer making this recipe with Guittard extra dark baking chips, which contain 63% cacao. However, any brand of dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate bars may be used.
Yes, but using semi-sweet chocolate chips will create a much sweeter fudge. I don’t like overly sweet fudge, which is why I prefer making mine with dark chocolate chips.
The type of chocolate you use is totally personal preference!
I recommend storing this fudge recipe in the refrigerator to keep the chocolate firm.
Recipe notes
- Pro tip: Use quality dark chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate bars) for the best tasting fudge.
- Get creative with the mix-ins! I love Heath bars, so I added toffee bits to this fudge recipe. Feel free to use other mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruit, and more.
- I recommend lining your baking dish with wax paper and spraying it with cooking spray. This will ensure the fudge comes out cleanly.
- Fudge lasts up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator, so consider making a big batch to keep on hand for any upcoming holiday gatherings or cookie exchanges.
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Dark Chocolate Toffee Fudge
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 11.5 ounces dark chocolate chips I used Guittard extra dark
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt plus more for garnish (I used Maldon)
- 1/2 cup toffee bits plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Line an 8×8″ baking dish with waxed paper and spray lightly with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Place the butter and sweetened condensed milk in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium low heat until combined, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and add the chocolate and teaspoon of sea salt, stirring until smooth. Add the 1/2 cup toffee bits and stir until combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Gently press in more toffee bits on top, and sprinkle a bit more flaky sea salt. Chill 2 hours or overnight until set.
- Once set, remove from the pan and place on a cutting board. Cut into small squares with a very sharp knife, and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy!
Notes
- Pro tip: Use quality dark chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate bars) for the best tasting fudge.
- Get creative with the mix-ins! I love Heath bars, so I added toffee bits to this fudge recipe. Feel free to use other mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruit, and more.
- I recommend lining your baking dish with wax paper and spraying it with cooking spray. This will ensure the fudge comes out cleanly.
- Fudge lasts up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator, so consider making a big batch to keep on hand for any upcoming holiday gatherings or cookie exchanges.
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
70 Comments on “Dark Chocolate Toffee Fudge”
I’m with you, I’m not much of a huge fudge person either! It can be so sweet. So I am loving this salty and sweet fudge with toffee! Heath bars are one of my favorite candy bars too. Can’t wait to make this!
This fudge is perfectly chocolatey without being too sweet — my kind of fudge! Hope you get to try it, Natalie! 🙂
I love toffee fudge and tho one looks thick, smooth and delicious! I must try it. It will make a great gift for the holidays! Beautiful pictures Marcie!
Thank you, Mira! I will definitely be making some to give away for the holidays — this was my test drive. 🙂
I am a sucker for fudge but I totally agree, some fudges can be too sweet. I love that you used dark chocolate in here and it sounds amazing with the toffee and sea salt! I would definitely not be able to resist sneaking in a few squares of this at a time, it looks mouthwatering!:)
I snuck in a few squares today and it was the perfect thing to curb my chocolate craving without all the sweet! 🙂
Ooh, must try this! Fudge used to be my favorite thing, but as I’ve grown up a bit I find it a little too sweet most of the time. I’ll have to give this a try!
This fudge isn’t overly sweet at all, just nice and chocolatey. Hope you can give it a try, Karly! 🙂
I’m definitely making this fudge soon! Everyone loves fudge and the salted dark chocolate toffee flavor sounds perfect. I could probably eat the entire batch myself.
Thanks, Ashley! I’m having trouble keeping this around and think I’m taking some to the neighbors tomorrow. It’s dangerous! 🙂
I never really used to like fudge when I was younger, but now I can’t get enough of it! I love that you made a dark chocolate toffee kind, Marcie! Looks so rich and decadent. Perfect to give as gifts for the holidays!
It really is rich and decadent, and it totally satisfies my chocolate cravings in a BIG way…cuz my chocolate cravings are big, too! 🙂
I feel the same as you about fudge, Marcie, but this sounds like the perfect solution! I wish I had a few squares right now to go with my cup of tea!
A couple of squares are the perfect little treat, and I speak from experience because I just had a couple for my afternoon pick-me-up! 🙂
Thank you, Meghan! You just can’t beat the sweet & salty thang. 🙂
Looks fabulous Marcie! What’s better than fudge in fall? Nothing! I’d love to have a plate of these! Pinned! xoxo
What’s best about this is how freaking easy it is…oh yeah, and how decadent and chocolatey it is, of course. 🙂 Thanks for the pin, Kristi, and happy Monday!
The flavors in this are so great, perfect for the holidays!!
Thank you, Matt! I’m thrilled that I finally found a fudge combination that I love, and it’s so easy to make! 🙂
This looks amazing! I love toffee, especially closer to the holidays, and salty sweet is the best 🙂
Salty-sweet is the best — especially when we’re talking fudge! 🙂
This IS dream fudge Marice! It looks divine!! 🙂
Thank you, Renee! I’m so happy I found a fudge that I love! 🙂
Marcie, this looks like a recipe I can make! I’ve always had trouble making fudge. I love how chocolately it looks! Pinning. Have a great week!!
This was the easiest recipe in the world, which I loved! This fudge is full proof. 🙂 Thanks for the pin, Deb!
This recipe looks so delicious!
Thank you, Jocelyn! 🙂
I’m the same way – I like fudge but a lot of the time it’s just too sweet for me. But this … Marcie this sounds amazing!! With the toffee and sea salt… definitely making some this holiday season!
I’ve tried for years to like fudge because it’s so easy to make! The dark chocolate is definitely the secret for me…and the toffee and sea salt don’t hurt of course! 🙂