Eggnog Fudge Holiday Treat (Printer-Friendly)
White chocolate fudge scented with eggnog, nutmeg and vanilla, chilled and cut into 36 squares for holiday gifting.
# 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 Steps:
01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, blend butter, eggnog, and sugar, stirring frequently until the mixture reaches a gentle boil.
03 - Reduce heat to low and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring continually to prevent scorching.
04 - Remove saucepan from heat. Add white chocolate chips, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
05 - Immediately pour the fudge into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
06 - If desired, sprinkle freshly grated nutmeg evenly over the top.
07 - Allow fudge to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set and firm.
08 - Lift fudge from pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into 36 squares with a sharp knife.
# Expert Advice:
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- This fudge tastes just like a mug of eggnog in bite-sized form, but with an irresistibly smooth texture.
- The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and it always sparks conversation at festive gatherings.
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- If your sugar doesn't fully dissolve before adding chocolate, you'll get a gritty fudge—so patience at this stage is key.
- Letting the fudge cool naturally before chilling gives it a smoother set and helps avoid cracks.
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- Never rush the simmering stage or your fudge may seize—gentle heat makes all the difference.
- Letting guests in on the 'eggnog secret' after their first bite always brings out the happiest surprise.