Description
Creamy cranberry white chocolate fudge delivers sweet-tart holiday magic in one irresistible treat. Festive North American dessert combines rich chocolate with tangy cranberries, promising pure indulgence for seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 ounces / 396 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup dried cranberries
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by carefully lining it with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage of the bottom and sides.
- Combine white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melting over low heat while continuously stirring to prevent scorching.
- Carefully remove the melted mixture from heat, incorporating vanilla extract with smooth, gentle movements.
- Gently fold dried cranberries and chopped nuts into the creamy white chocolate base, distributing ingredients evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread and level the surface with precision.
- Chill the fudge in the refrigerator for approximately 2-3 hours, or until the texture becomes firm and completely set.
- Once fully chilled, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper edges and place on a cutting board.
- Slice the fudge into uniform squares using a sharp knife, cleaning the blade between cuts for crisp edges.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality white chocolate chips to ensure a smooth, creamy texture that melts evenly without burning.
- Chop dried cranberries into smaller pieces to distribute them more uniformly throughout the fudge, creating a balanced flavor in every bite.
- Toast nuts lightly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide a delightful crunch that complements the sweet white chocolate.
- For a gluten-free version, double-check that all ingredients, especially white chocolate chips, are certified gluten-free to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 184
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg