Dark Chocolate Fudge

Tired of the same old fudge recipe? This dark chocolate fudge is full of rich chocolate flavor and studded with almonds and coconut. Making it more of a candy bar fudge with the flavors of an Almond Joy!

Dark Chocolate Fudge Recipe

Whether it’s the holidays or you are just looking for a way to treat yourself after a hard day, this easy fudge recipe is here to save you!

Now you can make traditional fudge recipes, with butter, sugar, and milk. Cooking and testing with a candy thermometer only to under cook or over cook it.

I don’t have time for that nonsense and. I am sure that you don’t either.

That’s why this recipe is the one you want. Just 4 ingredients, no fancy tools, no corn syrup, and you can even do it all in the microwave.

It really is the easiest fudge recipe around. It’s one of my favorite things to make when I have a serious chocolate craving, which is all the time.

More Fudge Recipes:

• Rocky Road Fudge
• Creamy Chocolate Fudge
• Butter Pecan Fudge
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
• Fantasy Fudge

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What is the secret to good fudge?

• The secret to good fudge is to use high quality ingredients. There are only 4 in this recipe, so use the best you can find.
• Melt the ingredients slowly so you don’t burn it.
• Avoid water as it will seize up the mixture.
• Let cool completely before cutting.

Ingredients Needed

Chocolate – Chocolate melting wafer or baking chocolate is best.

Milk – Sweetened condensed milk NOT evaporated milk or whole milk.

Nuts – I prefer sliced almonds or substitute your favorite.

Coconut – Sweetened shredded coconut or coconut flakes.

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How to Make Dark Chocolate Fudge

First: Line a 8×8 square pan with parchment paper. Combine chocolate and sweetened condensed milk in a medium sauce pan.

Second: Melt mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until totally smooth. Stir in almonds and coconut.

Third: Pour into prepared pan and spread into a smooth layer with a spatula. Refrigerate until set

Fourth: Remove from dish and cut into squares.

For the full recipe and detailed instructions, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

How long does it last?

Homemade fudge lasts up to 2 weeks at room temperature if store in an airtight container. If you want to keep it longer, store in the fridge for up to 1 month.

Can you freeze fudge?

Yes, you can!  It’s best to freeze the whole batch at once. Just be sure to wrap the fudge tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in a plastic freezer bag. A vacuum sealer works the best. 

Let the frozen fudge come to room temperature before you attempt to cut it or the fudge will crumble.

How do you cut fudge neatly?

• Use a long, sharp knife so you can make one cut across the whole batch at once.
• Wipe the knife clean between cuts. Any sticky fudge leftover on the knife will cause the next cut to snag.
• To make even pieces, start in the middle and then half each section until you cut all the pieces.
• If the fudge is too hard, heat the knife briefly under warm water. Be sure to wipe it dry before cutting.

Why is my fudge grainy?

This is caused when the sugar recrystallizes. Be sure to stir completely, keep moisture out of the mix, and don’t overheat it.

Tapas Tips & Tricks

• Don’t add vanilla extract as most have water in it and will seize up the mixture. Add vanilla bean paste if necessary.
• Stay away from dark chocolate chips. They have ingredients in them to keep them from melting properly.
• I like to use dark chocolate melting wafers.
• Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula so you can get all the ingredients mixed.
• If you want a nice balance, add a pinch of salt to the mixture.

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This easy chocolate fudge recipe is perfect for a mid week treat or an edible gift during the holiday season. Great for coworkers, neighbors, and friends, especially if they are chocolate lovers!

FREAKY FRIDAY

Freaky Friday is a quarterly blog hop where a group of bloggers are randomly assigned another blog, you make one of their recipes (with a twist if you want), and share it with your readers.

This time it’s all about cookies, candy, and sweets which is perfect for all the holiday parties and cookie exchanges that are coming up. Not to mention all the edible gifts to give to co-workers, neighbors, teachers, distant cousins you forgot to send a card to…

This round I got my friend Lisa’s Blog, Lisa’s Dinnertime Dish. I was so excited! I haven’t had her for a while and was looking forward to getting her again.

Last time I got Lisa’s blog I recreated her pineapple hummus and that was over two years ago. I am so excited to get to make another one of her recipes. And the fact that it’s a virtual cookie exchange means it’s time to make one of her tasty sweets!

Some of the delicious goodies that you need to make include her Salted Caramel Brownie Brittle, Peppermint Holiday Bark, Toffee Triangles, and these Muddy Buddy Bars.

Take a look at all of our 2019 Freaky Friday Holiday Cookie Exchange Recipes:

1. An Affair from the Heart – Funfetti Sugar Cookies
2. Bowl Me Over –  Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons
3. Hostess at Heart –Pan Banging Homemade Sugar Cookie Recipe
4. House of Nash Eats – Lime Meltaways
5. Life Currents – Peanut Butter Coffee Cake
6. Lisa’s Dinnertime Dish – Chocolate Cashew Candies
7. Or Whatever You Do – Caramel Pecan Bites
8. The Fresh Cooky – Oatmeal Rolled Sugar Cookies
9. The Speckled Palate – Shortbread Brown Butter Cookies

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