Description
Savor the ultimate Salted Caramel Fudge! Made with rich caramel, creamy chocolate, and a sprinkle of sea salt, this recipe is a must-try for candy lovers and holiday treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus extra for topping
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pan
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
2. Make the Caramel Base
- In a medium saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, sugar, butter, and heavy cream.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to melt and come to a simmer.
- Once simmering, reduce the heat slightly and continue stirring for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
3. Add Flavor and Chocolate
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt.
- Add the white chocolate chips and milk chocolate chips. Stir until the chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
4. Set the Fudge
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle a little extra sea salt over the top for that salty-sweet balance.
5. Chill and Slice
- Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to slice.
- Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge out of the pan. Cut into 16 squares or bars.
Notes
- For a caramel-forward flavor, replace the milk chocolate chips with caramel chips.
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For gift-giving, wrap pieces individually in parchment paper or place them in decorative tins.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal per square