This Caramel Fudge recipe takes only 2 ingredients and a few minutes to make. It is the perfect recipe for anyone who loves caramel and who wants a quick and easy treat.
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More about Caramel Fudge
A super simple caramel fudge recipe that’s rich, creamy and full of white chocolate. It’s impossible to resist eating more than one piece. Again, this recipe is super easy but if you want even more tips and tricks to make this candy, check out these hints.
Why This Homemade Caramel Fudge Recipe is a Keeper
What makes this recipe great? How about the rich, creamy, buttery flavor of caramel. It is so tempting and delicious.
- Less than 10 Minutes to make homemade fudge: Want a homemade dessert in only a few minutes, than try this sweet recipe.
- Easy Ingredients: Only two simple ingredients to make this dessert.
- Family Friendly: Almost everyone loves the sweet, creamy flavor of this tempting fudge. The caramel fudge is sweet and has a creamy texture.
- Adaptable: Can make it this fudge with salt, more caramel or chocolate. I’ve made fudge with condensed milk and fudge making has never been easier than this. You will be making this fudge all the time.
If you’re looking for more inspired recipes, try these Gingerbread Fudge, Oreo Fudge and Sugar Cookie Fudge.
How long does it take this Caramel Fudge to set?
Typically you will need about two hours to allow the fudge to set in the refrigerator and it could take several hours at room temperature. If the fudge didn’t set, keep the fudge in the refrigerator for longer.
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Caramel Fudge Ingredient Notes to Make Fudge
It’s so easy to make this caramel fudge recipe. Only two pantry staple ingredients to make this recipe for the fudge. Make this recipe without evaporated milk or golden syrup.
- Dulce de Leche: You will need one can of the this delicious cream. It makes the fudge full of caramel flavor.
- White Chocolate Chips: These chips are the base of the fudge recipe.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions to Make Caramel Fudge with Salt
This fudge will only take 10 minutes to make on the stove top if you prefer.
- Salted Caramel Fudge Recipe: A wonderful course sea salt works for this easy fudge recipe. This fudge is perfect.
- Caramel: If you can not find dulce de leche, you can use a caramel sauce. Make sure that it does not contain water for best results.
- Stovetop: In a saucepan, boil water, then add a bowl on top, creating a double boiler. Melt the chocolate on low heat, stir the mixture often until mixture is smooth and creamy.
How to Make Easy Homemade Caramel Fudge
These are the basic steps for making creamy fudge recipe. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
STEP 1: Prep this Easy Caramel Fudge
First, line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper. It makes it easier to remove the fudge.
STEP 2: Melt
Then add the white chocolate chips in a medium mixing bowl and microwave for 2 minutes. Next, pause every 30 seconds to stir the chips so they don’t burn.
STEP 3: When Chocolate has Melted Add the Caramel
Immediately add the can of caramel to the melted chocolate. Then stir until fully combined.
STEP 4: Pour the Fudge
Next, spread the fudge into the prepared pan and use a spatula to flatten and spread it so it’s even throughout the pan. Then place in the fridge for up to 2 hours or until fudge is set.
STEP 5: Remove the fudge and Cut the Easy Caramel Fudge and Store Fudge
It is incredibly easy to remove the fudge by lifting it out with the parchment paper and then cut the fudge into 1-inch pieces of fudge. Fudge can be stored for several weeks in an airtight container.
Recipe FAQs to Make Homemade Perfect Caramel Fudge
Expert Tips for Making This Caramel White Chocolate Fudge Recipe
Enhance this delicious caramel fudge by doing a few of these simple steps. If you have a sweet tooth, you will love this creamy caramel fudge.
- Add Drizzle: You will love this recipe with a drizzle the top with caramel or chocolate.
- Candy Thermometer to Make Fudge: Do not heat this fudge over 240 degrees. This will cause the milk and sugar to separate, which results in almost a waxy look over your fudge.
- Variation tip for Easy Caramel Fudge: Add some white chocolate chips to the top for an even better white chocolate caramel fudge.
- Nuts to Homemade Fudge: Feel free to add your favorite nuts such as walnuts, pecans or almonds to the sweet and salty fudge. Double the recipe and store this easy caramel fudge recipe in an airtight container.
- White Chocolate: In place of the chocolate chips use chopped white chocolate bars.
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Caramel Fudge
Ingredients
- 13.5 Ounce Dulce de Leche, 1 can
- 20 Ounces White Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Place the chocolate chips in a medium mixing bowl and microwave for 2 minutes, pausing every 30 seconds to stir the chips so they don’t burn or overcook, in general. They’re ready to go when they turn creamy and smooth when stirred.
- Immediately add the can of caramel to the melted chocolate and stir until fully combined. The mixture will get thick, that’s ok.
- Place in the prepared pan and use a spatula to flatten and spread it so it’s even throughout the pan.
- Place in the fridge for 2 hours or until set. Slice into 1-inch pieces, serve, and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Add Drizzle: You will love this recipe with a drizzle the top with caramel or chocolate.
- Candy Thermometer to Make Fudge: Do not heat this fudge over 240 degrees. This will cause the milk and sugar to separate, which results in almost a waxy look over your fudge.
- Variation tip for Easy Caramel Fudge: Add some white chocolate chips to the top for an even better white chocolate caramel fudge.
- Nuts to Homemade Fudge: Feel free to add your favorite nuts such as walnuts, pecans or almonds to the sweet and salty fudge. Double the recipe and store this easy caramel fudge recipe in an airtight container.
- White Chocolate: In place of the chocolate chips use chopped white chocolate bars.