White Holiday Fudge Recipe: White Chocolate Caramel Fudge Recipe (2024)

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Looking for holiday fudge recipes? Look no further than this beautiful & delicious 7 ingredient white holiday fudge recipe!

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White Holiday Fudge Recipe: White Chocolate Caramel Fudge Recipe

The holidays and fudge go together like peanut butter and jelly… am I right? Okay, maybe I’m not right. Maybe I’m just looking for a good excuse to break out my holiday fudge recipes and whip up some sinfully good treats… and the holidays are an excellent excuse. 😉

There are some holiday fudge recipes that are a family tradition. I mean, I always make my mom’s chocolate fudge recipe Christmas treat. However, I do like to try a little something new now and again. This year I’m whipping up this white holiday fudge recipe.

This recipe for white Christmas fudge creates an indulgent treat that I think is simply beautiful. The caramel swirls in this white chocolate fudge candy just give it a really elegant, grown up look.

Psst! If you’re looking for holiday fudge recipes that are a little more whimsical and kid friendly, I highly recommend skittles fudge or rainbow fudge (or both!).

Of all the holiday fudge recipes I have, this white holiday fudge recipe looks the most like something you’d find in a pricey bakery. Seriously, in my opinion, this white chocolate fudge recipe Christmas treat is sure to impress just about anyone from your mother-in-law to your boss. Oh, and I’m sure you and your family will love it too. 😉

If you need more impressive Christmas treats, try these homemade chocolate Christmas candies and homemade hazelnut chocolate truffles.

By the way, this recipe for white Christmas fudge only has 7 ingredients and none of them are exotic. Nope, everything you need to make this white chocolate fudge candy can be found at your local supermarket.

The only possible con to this white holiday fudge recipe is that it does require some hands on time. Wait, wait, don’t worry. I know you’re busy around the holidays. It isn’t that much time. I think you can count on about 20-30 minutes of prep time to make this chocolate fudge recipe Christmas treat, and that includes unwrapping the caramels. However, if you need a dessert that is a little more hands off, try this crock pot recipe for peanut clusters.

So… without further ado, let’s get to this mouthwatering (no, really, my mouth is watering) white holiday fudge recipe! 🙂

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INGREDIENTS

11 oz white chocolate chips
7 oz jar marshmallow fluff
3/4 cup butter
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream (divided)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup unwrapped caramels

DIRECTIONS

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1. Add white chocolate chips and marshmallow fluff to a large mixing bowl.

2. Line a 9×9″ baking pan with foil and grease with butter.

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3. Add unwrapped caramels and 1 TBSP of heavy whipping cream to a microwave safe dish (such as a glass measuring cup). Microwave for one minute, stirring halfway through.

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4. Add butter, sugar, remaining heavy whipping cream, and salt to a heavy bottomed pot.

5. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

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6. Boil for four minutes on medium heat, stirring constantly.

7. Pour over white chocolate chips and marshmallow fluff and mix until everything is melted and mixed thoroughly.

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8. Pour in melted caramels, do not scrape the bowl clean, and stir a couple times.
Note: Only stir your white holiday fudge recipe a couple of times; you do do not want to over mix!

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9. Pour into lined baking pan.

10. Dip the bottom of a wooden spoon into excess caramel and swirl onto the top of yourwhite chocolate fudge candy.

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11. Refrigerate overnight.

12. Enjoy the fruits of this recipe for white Christmas fudge!

If this white holiday fudge recipe didn’t quite satisfy your sweet tooth, no worries… I’ve got more holiday fudge recipes! Just follow Freebie Finding Mom’s

From my family to yours, happy holidays! 🙂

Do you know of other amazing holiday fudge recipes? Please share them in the comments!

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White Chocolate Caramel Fudge Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Additional Time: 8 hours

Total Time: 8 hours 35 minutes

Want to try a white holiday fudge recipe that will knock your socks off? This easy, no-bake White Chocolate Caramel Fudge recipe requires just 7 ingredients and about a half hour to whip up. So, what are you waiting for? You are only minutes away from a rich, creamy, decadent white chocolate fudge candy that makes a perfect dessert or homemade gift for the Christmas holidays.

Ingredients

  • 11 oz white chocolate chips
  • 7 oz jar marshmallow fluff
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream (divided)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unwrapped caramels

Instructions

  1. Add white chocolate chips and marshmallow fluff to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Line a 9×9″ baking pan with foil and grease with butter.
  3. Add unwrapped caramels and 1 TBSP of heavy whipping cream to a microwave safe dish (such as a glass measuring cup). Microwave for one minute, stirring halfway through.
  4. Add butter, sugar, remaining heavy whipping cream, and salt to a heavy bottomed pot.
  5. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  6. Boil for four minutes on medium heat, stirring constantly.
  7. Pour over white chocolate chips and marshmallow fluff and mix until everything is melted and mixed thoroughly.
  8. Pour in melted caramels, do not scrape the bowl clean, and stir a couple times. Note: Only stir your white holiday fudge recipe a couple of times; you do do not want to over mix!
  9. Pour into lined baking pan.
  10. Dip the bottom of a wooden spoon into excess caramel and swirl onto the top of yourwhite chocolate fudge candy.
  11. Refrigerate overnight.
  12. Enjoy the fruits of this recipe for white Christmas fudge!
White Holiday Fudge Recipe: White Chocolate Caramel Fudge Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Is white fudge the same as white chocolate? ›

Chocolate uses elements of the cacao bean; even in creating white chocolate, cocoa butter from the cacao bean is the main ingredient. Fudge, however, is a confection made both with and without cocoa or other chocolate elements. You can substitute vanilla or peanut butter, for example, for the chocolate.

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

Tips for Making Fudge
  • Monitor the Temperature with a Candy Thermometer. If you end up with soft fudge that turns into a puddle in your hands or hard fudge that is a bit reminiscent of a crunchy candy, improper temperature is likely to blame. ...
  • Avoid Stirring Once the Mixture Comes to a Simmer. ...
  • Beat Thoroughly.
Mar 8, 2023

Why didn't my white chocolate fudge set? ›

The ratios for making ganache change in relation to the type of chocolate used. White chocolate doesn't set up like dark does, so you need to use a lot more of it -usually double the amount of dark that you'd usually use.

What is the difference between caramel and fudge? ›

What is fudge? While caramel usually contains just one key ingredient, fudge is made from a perfectly balanced mixture of sugar, butter, and milk. Plus, it's not heated as high — around 115 degrees Celsius.

What makes white chocolate taste like white chocolate? ›

White chocolate is coagulated cocoa butter. Cocoa butter is the vegetable oil that comes from cocoa beans. White chocolate has no cocoa powder in it, which is why it tastes the way it does, and why it is white instead of brown like chocolate is.

Why isn't white chocolate considered chocolate? ›

White chocolate is technically not considered “real” chocolate, as it does not contain cocoa solids. However, it does contain cocoa butter, sugar, and milk solids, which give it a creamy texture and sweet flavour.

What not to do when making fudge? ›

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Candy Shop-Worthy Fudge and Caramels
  1. Using the Wrong Pan. All candy and confections start by melting sugar. ...
  2. Stirring the Sugar. ...
  3. Not Using a Candy Thermometer. ...
  4. Leaving Out the Parchment Paper Lining. ...
  5. Skipping the Cooking Spray. ...
  6. Scraping the Pot. ...
  7. Using a Cold Knife to Slice.
Dec 16, 2015

Why did my fudge turn out like caramel? ›

Fudge can turn into caramel due to overcooking or undercooking, incorrect temperatures, or wrong ingredients.

What makes high quality fudge? ›

You have to control two temperatures to make successful fudge: the cooking temperature AND the temperature at which the mixture cools before stirring to make it crystallize. Confectionery experiments have shown that the ideal cooking temperature for fudge is around 114 to 115 °C (237 to 239 °F).

What if I forgot the vanilla in my fudge? ›

There are lots of fudge recipes around which don't use vanilla at all (it's a treat which is very open to experimentation in general). So if you don't add vanilla, it won't taste like vanilla, but that doesn't necessarily mean it will taste bad, have the wrong consistency or behave differently when cooked and cooled.

Why is my white chocolate fudge sticky? ›

If your fudge turned out super sticky, or it didn't set as it cooled, it probably never got hot enough. This mistake is super easy to avoid if you use a candy thermometer and cook the fudge to the temperature specified in the recipe (usually between 234 and 239°F).

How do you make fudge creamy not grainy? ›

It is also important to prevent stray sugar crystals from "seeding" your mixture and bringing crystals out of your supersaturated solution prematurely and creating a grainy fudge - people usually control for this in one of three ways: by buttering the sides of the cooking pan, by briefly covering the boiling mixture so ...

Which is better for fudge evaporated or condensed milk? ›

Condensed milk is thicker and sweetened. If you want it to be the right consistency and flavor do not substitute. How can I make a fudge recipe without using evaporated milk? Evaporated milk is used to richen the texture of the fudge.

Why didn't my caramel fudge set? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

What's the difference between taffy and fudge? ›

Of course, there's no secret about the appeal of fudge—it's the chocolate. That's what draws people in, but once in a fudge shop, they learn of the many varieties and combinations of flavors available these days. Taffy has many flavors too, but its appeal is in its chewy, light texture.

What is another name for white chocolate? ›

White chocolate could alternatively be referred to as “white confectionery” or “white baking coating”. This is because it is made with cocoa butter, sugar, milk solids, and other flavorings, but does not contain cocoa solids.

What is difference between fudge and chocolate? ›

Although fudge often contains chocolate, fudge is not the same as chocolate. Chocolate is a mix of cocoa solids, cocoa butter and sometimes sugar and other flavorings and is hard and brittle. Fudge is a mixture of sugar, dairy and flavorings that is cooked and cooled to form a smooth, semi-soft confection.

What is white fudge made of? ›

White Chocolate Chips – Use your favorite brand of white chocolate since this will be the primary flavor. I love using chopped Dove white chocolate candy bars. Sweetened condensed milk- This is used to sweeten the fudge and give an ultra-smooth and creamy texture. Sea salt- Balances out the sweetness.

What is a substitute for white chocolate? ›

Vanilla Chips or Candy Melts: Vanilla-flavoured chips or candy melts can substitute white chocolate in some baking applications. While they do not have the same cocoa butter base, they offer a sweet, vanilla flavour that can complement many recipes.

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