Eggnog Fudge (Printable)
Creamy white chocolate fudge flavored with eggnog, nutmeg and vanilla; chill until firm, then slice into 36 festive squares.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fudge Base
01 - 3 cups white chocolate chips
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
03 - 1/2 cup eggnog
04 - 2 cups granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Garnish
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
# How to Make It:
01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring enough overhang to lift the fudge out after chilling.
02 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine unsalted butter, eggnog, and granulated sugar. Stir regularly until the mixture reaches a gentle boil.
03 - Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
04 - Remove the saucepan from heat. Add white chocolate chips, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and pure vanilla extract. Stir until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and uniform.
05 - Immediately transfer the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to smooth the surface evenly.
06 - If desired, sprinkle the top evenly with freshly grated nutmeg.
07 - Allow the fudge to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until completely firm.
08 - Lift the set fudge from the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 36 small squares using a sharp knife.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This fudge sets up beautifully creamy every time, and its flavor tastes like you’ve bottled the holidays just for dessert.
- It’s impossible to eat just one piece and makes the coziest edible gift for winter gatherings.
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- Rushing the chilling step leaves you with gooey fudge that won’t hold its shape.
- Stirring constantly during the simmer is worth it—no one wants burnt sugar hiding in those bites.
03 -
- Never walk away during the simmer or risk a scorched layer at the bottom of your pan.
- Add a pinch of salt to the chocolate for extra depth—people always guess there’s a secret ingredient.