Description
Creamy vanilla bean holiday fudge merges classic comfort with festive sweetness. Rich chocolate and Madagascar vanilla create a luxurious dessert perfect for winter celebrations and gift-giving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz/397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups white chocolate or white candy melts
- 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste (or 1 vanilla bean, scraped)
- Optional: additional white melting candy for drizzling
- Optional: sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preparation: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish completely with parchment paper, ensuring smooth coverage for effortless fudge removal.
- Melting Process: Combine white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk in a medium saucepan, gently heating over low temperature while stirring continuously to create a silky, uniform mixture without scorching.
- Flavor Infusion: Incorporate vanilla bean paste or freshly scraped vanilla bean seeds into the melted chocolate base, thoroughly blending to distribute the intense aromatic essence throughout the fudge.
- Setting: Pour the creamy mixture into the prepared dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula to achieve a professional, even finish, then transfer to the refrigerator for 2-3 hours until completely solidified.
- Finishing Touches: Once chilled and firm, elevate the fudge using parchment paper edges, optionally drizzle with additional melted white chocolate, and garnish with decorative elements for a festive presentation. Slice into delicate squares and serve at room temperature to enhance its rich, creamy texture.
Notes
- Prevent Scorching: Stir constantly over low heat to avoid burning chocolate and achieve a smooth, creamy texture without lumps.
- Vanilla Intensity Tip: Use freshly scraped vanilla bean seeds or high-quality vanilla bean paste for a rich, authentic flavor that elevates the entire dessert.
- Chill for Perfect Slice: Refrigerate for exactly 2-3 hours to ensure firm, clean-cut pieces that hold their shape and look professionally crafted.
- Decorative Finishing: Optional white chocolate drizzle and festive sprinkles transform simple fudge into an elegant holiday treat guests will adore.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 17
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg