Irish Cream Fudge Delight (Print Version)
Creamy fudge combining chocolate, vanilla, and coffee flavors, chilled to perfection in 2.5 hours.
# What You Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing
→ Chocolate
03 - 3 cups (525 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
→ Flavorings
04 - 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
07 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
# How to Prepare:
01 - Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease with butter.
02 - In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, butter, and chocolate chips. Stir constantly until completely melted and smooth, about 5–7 minutes.
03 - Remove from heat. Add instant coffee granules, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt. Stir well to fully incorporate.
04 - Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
06 - Once firm, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into 36 squares.
07 - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The silky texture rivals anything from a gourmet confectionery shop but comes together with just minutes of active effort
- That perfect balance of rich chocolate depth and subtle coffee brightness creates the most addictive bite
02 -
- Low and slow heat prevents the chocolate from seizing which would ruin your silky smooth texture
- The fudge needs the full two hours of chilling time to set properly so plan accordingly
03 -
- Spring for good quality chocolate chips since the flavor really comes through in this simple recipe
- Use clean dry utensils when melting chocolate as even a drop of water can cause seizing