Description
Creamy white chocolate fudge melts hearts during holiday celebrations, bringing festive cheer with each sweet bite. Sprinkled with festive garnishes, this simple dessert becomes a delightful treat you’ll savor and share with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 ounces/396 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
Nuts and Fruits:
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup chopped pecans or almonds
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Prepare a square baking vessel by carefully lining it with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage of the bottom and sides for easy removal.
- Create a gentle heating environment using a medium saucepan, melting white chocolate chips alongside sweetened condensed milk and butter, stirring consistently to achieve a silky, uniform consistency without scorching.
- Remove the molten mixture from thermal source and incorporate delicate flavor enhancers: pure vanilla extract, a whisper of salt, fragrant orange zest, vibrant dried cranberries, and crunchy chopped nuts.
- Transfer the creamy concoction into the prepared parchment-lined pan, using a spatula to distribute evenly and eliminate any potential air pockets or uneven surfaces.
- Allow the fudge to set and solidify by placing it in the refrigerator, permitting a minimum of two hours for complete transformation into a firm, sliceable confection.
- Once thoroughly chilled, carefully lift the parchment paper to extract the entire fudge block from the pan, then slice into precise, bite-sized squares using a sharp knife.
- Serve the delicate white fudge at room temperature, revealing a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth texture that showcases the harmonious blend of ingredients.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality white chocolate chips for a smoother, richer fudge texture that melts perfectly and provides a luxurious taste.
- Control the heat carefully when melting ingredients to prevent scorching, using low and slow technique for a silky-smooth consistency.
- Customize the recipe by swapping cranberries with dried cherries or chopped pistachios for a festive winter variation that suits different palates.
- For a gluten-free version, double-check all ingredient labels and use certified gluten-free white chocolate chips to ensure dietary safety.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg