Nikki Bates: Decadent Chocolate Walnut Fudge

Nikki Bates: Decadent Chocolate Walnut Fudge - Wendy Meadows

Fudge is not just a treat; it's an experience, especially when it's as rich and luscious as this Decadent Chocolate Walnut Fudge. Perfect for any occasion—from festive holidays to romantic Valentine’s Day celebrations—this fudge is sure to impress at your next gathering. It's the ideal centerpiece for a cookie or dessert tray that your friends and family will rave about!

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Yields: Approximately 30-40 medium fudge squares

Ingredients:

10 oz. milk chocolate, roughly chopped
8 oz. dark chocolate (bittersweet), roughly chopped
1 14-oz. can sweetened condensed milk
2 t. pure vanilla extract
1/8 t. salt
3/4 c. walnuts, roughly chopped
Flakey sea salt or fleur de sel, for topping, to taste

Directions:

  1. Line an 8 or 9-inch square pan with parchment paper, making sure there is enough overhang to cover all the sides of the pan. Set aside.

  2. In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, add both chocolates and the  condensed milk and heat over low heat.

  3. Cook, stirring frequently, until the chocolate is mostly melted and the mixture thickens, approximately 5-6 minutes. Most of the chocolate should be melted but some chunks may not be fully melted but will continue to melt from the residual heat.

  4. Remove from heat and add the salt and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.

  5. Fold in the walnut pieces and stir to combine.

  6. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, sprinkle with the desired amount of flakey sea salt and place in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours or until set.

  7. When ready to serve, use the parchment paper to lift the fudge out of the pan and cut into bite-size squares.

Enjoy!

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