Perfect White Chocolate Cranberry Fudge
A creamy, sweet, and tart white chocolate cranberry fudge that’s quick and easy to make, perfect for holiday gift tins or festive treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 36 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces (340 g) white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1 cup (140 g) dried cranberries, chopped roughly
- 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 can (14 ounces / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy fudge removal. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine 4 tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter and 1 can (14 ounces / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk. Stir gently until the butter melts completely and the mixture is smooth, about 3-4 minutes. Keep the heat low to prevent burning or separation.
- Remove the pan from heat and stir in 12 ounces (340 g) white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is glossy and smooth, about 3-5 minutes. If the chocolate isn’t melting well, place the pan back on very low heat briefly but watch carefully.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
- Gently stir in 1 cup (140 g) chopped dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula. Smooth the surface as much as possible.
- Refrigerate the fudge for at least 3 hours or until firm.
- Use the parchment paper edges to lift the fudge out of the pan. Cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) squares with a sharp knife warmed under hot water and dried before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Notes
Use good-quality white chocolate for best texture and flavor. Melt ingredients low and slow to avoid grainy or crumbly fudge. Chill fudge properly for at least 3 hours to set well. Warm knife under hot water before cutting for clean edges. Variations include adding nuts, spices, or swapping chocolate types. For dairy-free, use coconut-based alternatives but expect a softer texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (1 inch)
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Protein: 1
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