Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of Cranberry Macadamia Nut Fudge, a creamy and delightful holiday treat featuring white chocolate, crunchy macadamia nuts, and sweet tart dried cranberries. This easy-to-make fudge requires no baking and delivers perfect bite-sized pieces to share with family and friends during the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 2 cups White Chocolate Chips (Substitute with semi-sweet or dark chocolate if preferred)
- 14 ounces Sweetened Condensed Milk (Do not substitute with evaporated milk or cream)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
Add-ins and Toppings
- 1 cup Macadamia Nuts (chopped, reserve some for topping; can substitute with walnuts or pecans)
- 1 cup Dried Cranberries (reserve some for garnish; can swap with raisins or dried cherries)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and a medium glass mixing bowl to ensure everything is ready for a smooth preparation process.
- Melt Mixture: In the mixing bowl, combine the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter. Microwave for 90 seconds, then stir gently to encourage melting. Continue microwaving in 15-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: Once mostly smooth, stir in the pure vanilla extract, the chopped macadamia nuts, and dried cranberries, keeping some nuts and cranberries aside for topping to maintain a festive look and texture contrast.
- Transfer & Spread: Pour the fudge mixture into an 8×8-inch pan lined with parchment paper. Spread the mixture evenly and sprinkle the reserved macadamia nuts and dried cranberries on top for garnish and added crunch.
- Chill to Set: Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, allowing the fudge to firm up completely.
- Slice and Serve: After chilling, remove the fudge from the pan, lift the parchment paper, and slice into 1-inch squares. Serve and enjoy this delightful holiday treat.
Notes
- Use pure vanilla extract for optimal flavor impact.
- Reserve some nuts and cranberries for topping to enhance presentation and texture.
- Fudge can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For a chocolate variation, substitute white chocolate chips with semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips.
- Be cautious with microwaving times to avoid burning or scorching the chocolate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
