Gooey Caramel Fudge

Enjoy the rich and gooey goodness of this fudge that has caramel in it. Its the perfect treat for anyone who wants something sweet.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup caramel sauce
• 1 cup chopped pecans optional
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter

Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted

Be careful not to overheat

Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt into the chocolate mixture

Pour half of the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly

Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the chocolate layer and use a toothpick or knife to swirl it into the chocolate

Sprinkle half of the chopped pecans if using over the caramel layer

Pour the remaining chocolate mixture over the caramel and pecan layers, spreading it evenly

Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce on top and swirl it again with a toothpick or knife

Sprinkle the rest of the chopped pecans on top for added crunch and flavor

Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2-3 hours, or until its completely set

Once set, remove the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper overhang

Cut it into squares

Serve and enjoy your gooey caramel fudge