Simply Sweet: Not Your Ordinary Fudge Recipes! (2024)

If there’s one thing our entire family can agree on when it comes to the kitchen and food, it’s that fudge isdelicious. Sure, we all have our flavour preferences, but there’s something so sweet and smooth about homemade fudge and so enjoyable about the process of making it that we’re all pretty pleasedany time there’s time to make fudge. That’s why we’re always bookmarking new, creative recipes, just to make sure we have all different kinds to try and don’t have to repeat too often!

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1.Cake mix and sprinkles fudge

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2.Rainbow sprinkle fudge

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Did the lovely colours of the sprinkles we showed you abovereally catch your eye and make you wonder whether there’s an evenmore colourful option for you out there, even if it doesn’t taste like cake? In that case, we have a feeling this wonderfully bright rainbow sprinkles fudge recipe featured onTaste Mademight bejust the one for you!

3.Root beer float fudge

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Are you actuallyvery into the idea of making delicious fudge recipes that taste like other treats you love but it wasn’t food you had in mind necessarily? Well, if you’ve ever been a big Root Beer fan, then we have a feeling you’ll get along quite well indeed with this fantastic recipe fromTaste of Homethat tastesjust like the pop you adore!

4.Watermelon fudge with chocolate chip seeds

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What if you’re the kind of DIY food enthusiast who loves to present a full concept with your flavoured treats whenever you can, giving your family and friends adorable presentationand delicious flavour at once? Then we think you just might be the perfect person to try your hand at this fragrant watermelon fudge fromYoyomax12that is also made tolook like watermelon, complete with little seeds made from miniature chocolate chips!

5.White chocolate caramel fudge

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Have you actually been looking for extra decadent fudge recipes that combine several of your favourite sweet ingredientsand even maybe a bit of crunch? Then, so long was you’re not allergic to nuts, we’ddefinitely suggest taking a look at howGonna Want Secondsmade this gourmet level white chocolate caramel fudge topped with crushed pecans!

6.Chocolate cheese fudge

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Yes, you rather that correctly; this fudge isactually made with chocolate and cheese!Finding Zestguides you step by step through the process of making this uniquely flavoured (and still wonderfully sweet) fudge using Velveeta melting cheese as part of your base. It gives the fudge some rather exquisite texture!

7.Berrylicious fudge

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Perhaps you’ve actually been scrolling through our list hoping to find a type of fudge that lets you get colourful but is also a little fruitier than a lot of the very sweetness based recipes you’ve seen so far? Well, we promise you it’s still got that particular sweetness of the treat you love, but we’d definitely suggest taking a look at howShugary Sweetsmade this bright blue berrylicious fudge that smalls great and looks like a whole lot of fun.

8.Mango coconut fudge

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Have wereally caught your attention when we started talking about fruit flavoured fudge but you’re looking for something a little more tropical than berries? In that case, we thinkJolly Homemademight havejust the recipe for you! Check out how they made this fantastically gooey mango coconut fudge that is topped with crushed pistachios.

9.Easy cinnamon snickerdoodle fudge

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Just in case you’re still scrolling through our list thinking about how you like the sound of fudge recipes that taste like other treats you love, here’s one for the cookie lovers fromBack for Seconds! Their tutorial shows you step by step how to make a delicious cinnamon rich fudge that tastes just like snickerdoodle cookies.

10.S’mores fudge bars

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Alright, we know that this particular recipe isn’ttechnically an actual fudge in the classic sense of what you were probably expecting to find, but it does has a fudge chocolate layer and it’s so good that we just couldn’t bear leaving it off our list! Check out howSugar Apronmade these scrumptious S’mores fudge bars.

11.Easy candy cane fudge

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Are you the kind of mint lover who will take any hint of cold weather as an excuse to start getting creative with candy canes, even if it’s not technically seasonal yet? Well, we find peppermint based recipes rather refreshing and delicious as well, so we can’t say we blame you. Check out howDIY Candymade delicious mint fudge with crushed candy cane on top!

12.Zesty orange creamsicle fudge

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Just in case you’re still thinking about delicious kinds of fruit flavoured fudge but you just haven’t seen the one that quite struck your fancy yet, here’s another refreshing option for your consideration! We adore the wayInside BruCrew Lifeharnessed the flavour and fragrance of citrus in making this stellar tasting zesty orange creamsicle fudge.

13.Pumpkin spice fudge

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Just in case you’re a pumpkin spice worshipper who loves to eat your favourite flavour all year round, even when it’s not seasonal, here’s an extra delicious recipe for you! We can’t get over how smooth, perfectly spiced, and incredibly fragrant this delicious pumpkin spice flavoured fudge fromShugary Sweetsis.

14.3-ingredient Oreo fudge

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If you’re going to make a fudge recipe that tastes like something else you love, would you rather go all out and just include that thingright into the mix? In that case, we’ddefinitely suggest taking a look at howThe Happier Homemakermade this mouthwatering 3-ingredient Oreo fudge that actually contains crushed Oreo cookie.

15.Cotton candy fudge

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When you saw the wonderfully colourful kinds of fudge that we showed you near the top of our list, with their swirling layers and their sprinkles, did you immediately start to think of bright novelty treats like cotton candy? Then we think you’re going to get alonevery well indeed with this delicious pink and blue cotton candy flavoured dudge that’s topped with all the sprinkles you could want. Get the full details for making a batch of your own onTaste Made!

Simply Sweet: Not Your Ordinary Fudge Recipes! (2024)

FAQs

What should you not do when making fudge? ›

Avoid Stirring Once the Mixture Comes to a Simmer

Another key part of a successful fudge texture is when you stir the mixture. Stirring the sugar and milk during the initial stages of cooking allows the sugar to dissolve. However, once the mixture comes to a boil, it's time to put the spoon down.

What can I make with fudge that didn't set? ›

OPTION 1) Depending on how runny it is, you can either use it as a frosting for cakes, or a sauce for ice-cream. OPTION 2) Freeze it overnight. Cut it into squares. Cover each square thickly in melted chocolate, ensuring no part of the fudge is exposed.

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Why is my fudge not setting? ›

Fudge Didn't Set

If your fudge turned out super sticky, or it didn't set as it cooled, it probably never got hot enough. This mistake is super easy to avoid if you use a candy thermometer and cook the fudge to the temperature specified in the recipe (usually between 234 and 239°F).

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How do you fix fudge that is too sweet? ›

So I think you could temper the sweetness by combining a fudge recipe with something like sesame halwa, or by adding peanut flour as a substitute for some of the sugar. If you use light-colored peanut flour I don't think it would even affect the taste too much (other than reducing the sweetness, of course).

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What is the secret to smooth fudge that is not gritty? ›

Once the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has come to a boil, do not stir it. If you do, the sugar can crystallize, giving your fudge a gritty texture. As you beat the fudge, pay attention to color and texture. Once the fudge loses its sheen and thickens, put down your spoon.

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What does cream of tartar do to fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

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Why does homemade fudge get hard? ›

If there is too much evaporation, when the cooking time is too long, there will not be enough water left in the fudge and it will be too hard. Conversely, if the cooking time is too brief and there is not enough evaporation, too much water will remain and the fudge will be too soft.

Why is my old fashioned fudge not hardening? ›

If you didn't reach the correct temperature during the cooking process, it might not set properly. Use a candy thermometer to ensure that you reach the recommended temperature. Overcooking or Undercooking:Solution: Cooking the fudge for too long or too short a time can affect its texture.

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Do you store fudge in the refrigerator? ›

Fudge is best stored at room temperature for 2 to 3 weeks wrapped up in its original wax paper. NEVER REFRIGERATE your fudge as this will draw out the moisture and leave you with dry, crumbly fudge.

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What happens if you boil fudge too long? ›

Too cooked

The result is hard and brittle fudge. To save the fudge, put it in a saucepan with 45 to 60 ml (3 or 4 tbsp.) of 35% cream and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is completely melted. Then let it boil without stirring until the thermometer reaches 114 to 115 °C (237 to 239 °F).

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How do you make fudge firmer? ›

Technically, “fudge” is simply cooked sugar. Cook your sugar a few degrees higher and your product will likely be a bit firmer.