Irish Cream Fudge Delight (Printable)
Smooth chocolate squares infused with vanilla, coffee, and Irish cream flavors, ideal for sweet indulgence.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing
→ Chocolate
03 - 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
→ Flavorings
04 - 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
07 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
# Directions:
01 - Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease with butter.
02 - In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, butter, and chocolate chips. Stir constantly until completely melted and smooth, about 5–7 minutes.
03 - Remove from heat. Add instant coffee granules, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt. Stir well to fully incorporate.
04 - Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
06 - Once firm, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into 36 squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The texture impossibly smooth without any fancy equipment
- That perfect balance of sweet chocolate and subtle coffee bitterness
- It keeps for weeks so you can make it ahead for gifts
02 -
- Once I rushed the melting step and ended up with grainy fudge I had to remake completely
- The almond extract is subtle but essential, I tried leaving it out and something was missing
03 -
- Spray your measuring spoon with cooking oil before the extracts so they slide right out
- A warm knife dipped in hot water cuts through the cold fudge perfectly clean every time