An easy 5 minute microwave Cadbury Creme Egg Fudge made from just 3 ingredients... sweetened condensed milk, chocolate and Cadbury Creme Easter eggs!
Welcome to Creme Egg season!
It's Easter! It's Easter! It's Easter!
The BEST time of the year for all of us chocoholics.
This is the one time of the year that it's perfectly acceptable to eat chocolate before breakfast (in fact, it's almost expected)!
And of course, it just wouldn't be Easter if you didn't carry on the day with a batch of hot cross buns, followed up with an Easter egg inspired dessert (like this simple Easter Creme Egg Fudge!) and finally finishing the day with an Easter egg chocolate cocktail (yes, you read that right - an Easter egg cocktail!).
What Are Creme Eggs?
Creme Eggs are a type of chocolate Easter treat in the shape of an egg.
They are famous for their sweet soft white and yellow filling which is designed to resemble the egg white and yolk of a real egg.
Creme Eggs are produced by Cadbury and are popular across the world.
The are sold in two sizes - a larger single size egg as well as in packets of mini-sized eggs.
Creme Eggs are very popular over the Easter holidays and are just as delicious when eaten on their own or when added in your favourite baking recipes (like my Creme Egg inspired decadent cheesecakes, chocolate brownies, slices, fudge and more).
Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
What's not to love about a delicious chocolate-filled dessert?
- 3 Ingredients - sweetened condensed milk, chocolate and mini Creme Eggs is all you need!
- 5 Minutes - this microwave fudge recipe takes just 5 minutes! Amazing, right?
- Last Minute Dessert - this is the perfect recipe when you're craving a late night dessert and need a chocolate fix FAST!
- Feeds A Crowd - fudge is well known for being rich, sweet and filling so you only need a small piece. This recipe serves 16, making it the perfect after dinner treat for large family gatherings or Easter celebrations.
Microwave Fudge
A few years ago I started making fudge in the microwave and have never, ever looked back. It's honestly the easiest possible way to make a batch of soft, melt-in-your-mouth fudge.
Oh and it takes less than 5 minutes and just 1 bowl.
Most microwave fudge recipes (including this one!) are made using sweetened condensed milk and chocolate. How simple is that!
It's important to melt the chocolate and sweetened condensed milk in the microwave on 50% power (as you don't want to overcook it and make it grainy).
What You Need
To make this sweet Cadbury Creme Egg Fudge you will need just 3 ingredients (yep - only 3!):
Note: please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.
- Chocolate - I like to use milk chocolate in this recipe. However, if you'd like a less sweet option, then use dark chocolate instead. The better the quality of chocolate, the better your fudge will be (I like to use Cadbury, Nestle, Hersheys or Lindt).
- Sweetened Condensed Milk - choose full fat sweetened condensed milk as it sets firmer than the skim or light versions.
- Cadbury Creme Eggs - use the mini Creme Eggs that can be purchased in a packet from the supermarket. Do not use the large individual Creme Eggs as they are far too big for this recipe.
Step By Step Instructions
Note: please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.
Step 1 - Melt
Melt the chocolate and the sweetened condensed milk in the microwave (on 50% power).
Stir until smooth and creamy.
Step 2 - Pour Into Tin
Working quickly, pour the fudge into the prepared tin and press the Creme Eggs firmly on top.
Step 3 - Chill
Place the fudge into the fridge for 2-3 hours. Once set, cut into small pieces.
Expert Tips
If you don't have a microwave you can melt the chocolate and sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan over low heat. Alternatively, you can use a Thermomix (refer to the recipe card for details).
Absolutely! Substitute with any of your favourite mini filled Easter eggs. Some of my favourite variations include mini caramel filled eggs and Turkish Delight filled eggs.
This is a relatively soft fudge. As such, it needs to be stored in the fridge until you're ready to consume it.
For a slightly firmer fudge, substitute the milk chocolate for a dark chocolate with a high cocoa percentage.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow to defrost in the fridge before consuming.
More Cadbury Creme Egg Recipes
If you love Cadbury Creme Eggs, then don't let your obsession end with this fudge recipe!
Browse all of my Creme Egg recipes here, including:
- Creme Egg Cheesecake - no-bake and super decadent. This simple white chocolate cheesecake is the ultimate Easter dessert.
- Microwave Creme Egg Brownies - this is the recipe you need when those late night chocolate cravings come calling.
- Easter Rocky Road - mini Creme Eggs take this Easter-inspired rocky road recipe to a whole new level!
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Cadbury Creme Egg Fudge
Ingredients
- 500 g milk chocolate see notes
- 395 g sweetened condensed milk
- 1 packet (110g) mini Cadbury Creme Eggs
Instructions
Conventional Method
- Grease and line a 20cm x 20cm square cake tin with baking paper and set aside.
- Place the sweetened condensed milk and dark chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl. Melt on 50% power for 2-3 minutes or until melted. Stir well.
- Spread the fudge mixture into the prepared tin and press the mini Creme Eggs into the top.
- Place into the fridge for 3-4 hours or until set, before cutting into pieces.
Thermomix Method
- Grease and line a 20cm x 20cm square cake tin with baking paper and set aside.
- Break chocolate into pieces and grate for 10 seconds, Speed 8. Set aside.
- Place the sweetened condensed milk into the Thermomix bowl and heat for 5 minutes, 100 degrees, Speed 3.
- Add the grated chocolate and heat for 3 minutes, 80 degrees, Speed 4.
- Spread the fudge mixture into the prepared tin and press the mini Creme Eggs into the top.
- Place into the fridge for 3-4 hours or until set, before cutting into pieces.
Notes
- Chocolate - I like to use milk chocolate in this recipe. However, if you'd like a less sweet option, then use dark chocolate instead. The better the quality of chocolate, the better your fudge will be (I like to use Cadbury, Nestle, Hersheys or Lindt).
- Sweetened Condensed Milk - choose full fat sweetened condensed milk as it sets firmer than the skim or light versions.
- Cadbury Creme Eggs - use the mini Creme Eggs that can be purchased in a packet from the supermarket. Do not use the large individual Creme Eggs as they are far too big for this recipe.
- Substitute the Creme Eggs with any of your favourite mini filled Easter eggs. Some of my favourite variations include caramel filled eggs and Turkish Delight filled eggs.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow to defrost in the fridge before consuming.
vanessa says
so delicious