Description
This Pumpkin Fudge recipe combines creamy white chocolate with classic autumn spices and pumpkin puree to create a rich, seasonal treat. Easy to make with no candy thermometer required, it’s perfect for fall celebrations or festive gifting.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups premium white chocolate chips (preferably Ghirardelli)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 drop orange gel food coloring (optional)
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch (sifted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup white chocolate melting wafers (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside. This will help with easy removal of the fudge once set.
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter. Stir frequently to ensure the chocolate and butter melt evenly without burning, aiming for a mostly melted state.
- Add Pumpkin and Spice: Once the mixture is mostly melted, add the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are completely combined and the chocolate and butter are fully melted. Reduce the heat to low to prevent scorching.
- Incorporate Coloring and Flavor: Stir in the orange gel food coloring if using, followed by the vanilla extract. This will enhance both the color and flavor of your fudge.
- Add Cornstarch: Sprinkle in the sifted cornstarch and stir well to fully incorporate. This helps thicken the fudge and give it a desirable texture.
- Set the Fudge: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Chill: Transfer the dish to the refrigerator and chill until firm, preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld and the fudge set properly.
- Melt Topping and Drizzle: Melt the white chocolate melting wafers according to their package instructions. Once melted, drizzle over the set fudge for an attractive finishing touch.
- Serve: Slice the fudge into 20 pieces and enjoy this decadent, seasonal treat!
Notes
- A simple, no-candy-thermometer-needed fudge recipe perfect for autumn and holiday seasons.
- Using premium white chocolate chips like Ghirardelli ensures consistent and creamy results.
- Orange gel food coloring is optional but adds a festive pumpkin hue.
- Chilling overnight is recommended for the best texture and flavor integration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (not including optional drizzle)
- Calories: 197 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 17 mg
