Description
Rich and creamy fudge enhanced by the tartness of cranberries and the brightness of orange zest, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prep the Baking Dish: Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- Melt the Chocolate and Condensed Milk: In a saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate and sweetened condensed milk, stirring constantly until silky smooth.
- Add Butter and Cranberries: Mix in the butter until melted, then fold in dried cranberries and orange zest.
- Cool and Set: Pour fudge into the prepared dish, smoothing the top. Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Cut and Serve: Lift fudge from the dish using parchment overhang, cut into squares, and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, keep the heat low while melting and avoid rushing the cooling process.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: fudge, dessert, holiday treat, cranberries, orange, easy recipe