The QUICKEST and EASIEST 3 ingredient chocolate Tim Tam Fudge recipe!
A creamy, rich and decadent chocolate fudge recipe with chunks of crunchy Tim Tams throughout.. prepared in just 5 minutes!
This 5 minute microwave Tim Tam fudge is super indulgent and yet SO easy to prepare! Simply melt sweetened condensed milk and chocolate melts in the microwave, add a packet of chopped up Tim Tam biscuits, stir and chill!
Tim Tam's are an iconic Australian biscuit, and these days they are available in many countries including the UK, US and Canada! Similar to McVities Penguin biscuits in the UK, Tim Tams come in a range of flavours and they make such a delicious ingredient in so many sweet recipes...
Looking for more sweet recipes using Tim Tam biscuits?
Try my luscious no-bake Tim Tam cheesecake, my simple 3 ingredient Tim Tam cheesecake balls, or my cheeky 'adults only' - Baileys Tim Tam cheesecake balls!
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Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
My Tim Tam fudge recipe is absolutely fool-proof and SO simple!
Unlike more complicated fudge recipes, my recipe does not require sugar thermometers or glucose syrup!
- Quick and easy - a perfect recipe for 'kids in the kitchen' to try out - it takes just minutes and is absolutely foolproof!
- Only 3 ingredients and one bowl - yes, just 3 ingredients, a couple of minutes... and of course, a microwave. Grab a packet of Tim Tam's, some sweetened condensed milk and chocolate - that's it!
- A thoughtful gift - surprise a loved one, friend or neighbour with a welcome gift, and of course, Tim Tam fudge makes a great Christmas present for that hardworking teacher at year's end - and don't they deserve it!
- Conventional and Thermomix - easy to make in a microwave, but just as easy if you have a Thermomix - I have included instructions for both methods in the recipe card below.
What You Need
Tim Tam's are often on special at the supermarket, so grab an extra packet next time!
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
- Sweetened condensed milk - choose a full fat sweetened condensed milk, not skim. The Nestle brand is a consistently good quality sweetened condensed milk that thickens really well.
- Milk chocolate - a good quality chocolate will make all the difference in the final flavour. Cadbury or Nestle milk chocolate melts are ideal to use. Chocolate chips are not suitable as they are best used in recipes where they need to hold their shape - like in chocolate chip cookies!
- Tim Tams - roughly chopped into chunks.
Equipment Required
Such an easy recipe, there's little equipment required for this yummy Tim Tam fudge!
- Microwave, a large microwave safe bowl and metal spoon - to melt the chocolate with the condensed milk. Alternatively, you can use a Thermomix.
- Knife and chopping board - to chop the Tim Tam's on.
- Slice tray - approx. 20cm x 20cm, lined with baking paper.
Step By Step Instructions
Just three easy steps in this microwave Tim Tam fudge recipe - melt, mix and chill!
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
Step 1 - Microwave Chocolate And Condensed Milk
Firstly, grease and line a 20cm x 20cm square baking tin with greaseproof baking paper and set this aside.
Place the sweetened condensed milk and chocolate melts into a microwave safe bowl.
Heat on 50% power in 30 second bursts, stirring each time with a dry metal spoon until just melted (approximately 1-2 minutes).
Once the chocolate mixture is smooth, add the chopped Tim Tam's to the bowl.
Stir the Tim Tam chunks through to coat all pieces well.
Spread the mixture into the prepared tin, smooth the top, and place into the fridge for 1 hour to set.
Expert Tips
As I have mentioned, this Tim Tam fudge recipe is completely foolproof, but here's a few tips to make it the very best!
- Tim Tam's - are an iconic Australian sweet chocolate biscuit coated in chocolate. If you can't buy Tim Tams, you can use a similar substitute such as Penguin biscuits or even Oreo cookies.
- I use milk chocolate for this recipe, however you could use dark chocolate if you prefer (you can also get dark chocolate Tim Tam's these days too!)
- Chocolate 'melts' are designed to...well...melt! Chocolate chips are not suitable, as they are designed to hold their shape in baking, like in chocolate chip cookies!
- Use full fat (not skim) sweetened condensed milk as it sets firmer.
- Storing - this is a soft fudge and therefore needs to be stored in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve it. It can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 weeks - if it lasts that long!
FAQs
A Tim Tam consists of two crunchy malted biscuits sandwiched together with a layer of firm chocolate cream filling, then coated in a thin layer of textured chocolate - delicious!
Interesting fact - Arnott's Tim Tam biscuits were first made in Australia in 1964 and named after a racehorse that won the Kentucky Derby in 1958.
Skim condensed milk contains less fat and sugar than the full fat version. Because of this, the skim or fat free condensed milk will not set as firm as the full fat one.
I recommend you use full fat condensed milk in this fudge, not just to help with keeping the fudge firmer, but also for the extra creamy taste - and if you're going to make fudge, then go the whole way!
Related Recipes
We all love a little sweet treat occasionally, don't we? Even if it's our little secret....shhhh! So here's some more simple microwave fudge recipes to try!
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Tim Tam Fudge
Ingredients
- 395 g sweetened condensed milk full fat (not skim)
- 500 g milk chocolate
- 200 g Tim Tams roughly chopped
Instructions
Microwave Method
- Grease and line a 20cm x 20cm square baking tin with greaseproof baking paper and set aside.
- Place the sweetened condensed milk and chocolate into a microwave safe bowl.Heat on 50% power in 30 second bursts, stirring each time with a dry metal spoon until just melted (this will take approximately 1-2 minutes).If using a Thermomix: Place the sweetened condensed milk and chocolate into the Thermomix bowl. Melt for 3-4 minutes, 70 degrees, Speed 2, or until just melted.
- Working quickly, stir through the chopped Tim Tams.If using a Thermomix: Add the chopped Tim Tams and mix for 15 seconds, Reverse, Speed 1, or until combined (use the spatula to assist).
- Pour into the prepared tin and place into the fridge for 1 hour to set.
Notes
- Tim Tam's - are an iconic Australian sweet chocolate biscuit coated in chocolate. If you can't buy Tim Tams, you can use a similar substitute such as Penguin biscuits or even Oreo cookies.
- I use milk chocolate for this recipe, however you could use dark chocolate if you prefer (you can also get dark chocolate Tim Tam's these days too!)
- Chocolate 'melts' are designed for melting! Chocolate chips are not suitable in this recipe, as they are designed to hold their shape in baking - like in chocolate chip cookies!
- Use full fat (not skim) sweetened condensed milk as it sets firmer.
- Storing - this is a soft fudge and therefore needs to be stored in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve it. It can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 weeks.
Nutrition
Cynthia Nichol says
Has anyone tried this with Gluten Free Tim Tams and Sweetened Coconut Condensed Milk to make a GF/DF version for my family to enjoy?
Lucy Mathieson says
Hi Cynthia, I haven't tested a GF/DF version myself, so I can't promise how it will set. Coconut condensed milk can be a little softer than regular. For dairy-free you'd also need to swap the milk chocolate melts for a dairy-free chocolate. If you give it a go, I'd love to hear how it turns out!
Ariana Hamilton says
So amazing!!! Make this for every event possible! So easy and quick to whip up, and is a well loved family treat!!
Lucy says
Yay! That's so great to hear!