Fudge doesn’t get better or easier than this Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fudge. It’s the perfect quick treat for any occasion!
Incredibly decadent and gorgeous to boot this easy fudge recipe takes just 5 minutes to make! That can be our little secret…
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Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fudge Recipe
There are only a few occasions each year where I break out a new fudge recipe and Valentine’s Day is one of them. I’ve got an extra special, extra decadent extra easy fudge recipe for you guys today and I just know you’re going to love it!
This is easy fudge you guys – the kind that you make with chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. It’s fool proof and takes a whopping 5 minutes to pull together.
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I played around with raspberry extract and liqueur trying to get the best raspberry flavor and ended up finding it by using seedless raspberry jam. (Buy the seedless – you don’t want a bunch of raspberry seeds in your teeth after eating a piece – trust me! After the huge success of the jam, I’ve been brainstorming up more fudge recipes to make like this. It’s a great way to add a punch of flavor for sure! I think cherry preserves would be absolutely amazing here.
I added white chocolate chips to give this fudge some wow power but also played around with marshmallows (think Rocky Road Fudge) and that was also amazing. Do whatever feels right to you.
Tips for Making Easy Fudge
- You need one full can of sweetened condensed milk – use a spatula to really scrape it clean.
- Use only microwave safe bowls. The mixture doesn’t get boiling hot but it does get hot. I use this set here.
- If you don’t have parchment paper on hand, foil will do in a pinch. I just prefer parchment.
- I used bittersweet chocolate for this recipe. With the addition of the sweetened condensed milk and raspberry jam, I knew it would be plenty sweet. You could maybe get away with semi-sweet if that’s all you have on hand.
- For the drizzle I used raspberry extractbut considering the lovely raspberry flavor in the fudge itself, you could omit if you can’t find it. I usedmagenta food coloring from this set.
- Swap out the white chocolate chips for marshmallows if you’d like.
The fudge has the most amazing consistency – creamy, rich, the kind that leaves teeth marks when you take a bite. Basically, my favorite thing ever. This fudge recipe quickly got added to my Fantastic Fudge Recipes collection but make sure to check out all my fudge recipes here.
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5 Minute Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fudge
Fudge doesn’t get better than this Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fudge. It’s the perfect quick treat for any occasion! Incredibly decadent and gorgeous to boot this easy fudge recipe takes just 5 minutes to make! That can be our little secret…
Prep Time 1 minute minute
Cook Time 5 minutes minutes
Total Time 6 minutes minutes
Servings 81 pieces
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout
Ingredients
- 20 oz dark chocolate chips (60% Cacoa)
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 12 oz white chocolate chips (divided)
- 1 1/2 tbsp coconut oil or shortening
- 1/2 tsp raspberry extract or liqueur
- pink food coloring
Instructions
Spray a 8 or 9-inch square pan with baking spray and line with parchment paper.
In a large microwave safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk
Heat on high heat in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until nice and smooth.
Stir in raspberry jam, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
Remove 1/3 cup white chocolate chips form the pacakge and set aside.
Add remaining white chocolate chips to the mixture and stir. The dark chocolate mixture will be still be warm at this point so the chips will melt partially and create a marbling effect - depending on how hot it is.
Spoon the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and refrigerate until firm.
Pink Raspberry Drizzle (optional)
Combine the reserved 1/3 cup white chocolate chips and either the coconut oil or the shortening in a small microwave safe bowl.
Heat on high heat in 30 second intervals, stirring in between, until nice and smooth.
Stir in extract or liqueur and food coloring until desired color is achieved. Drizzle over the top of the fudge.
Chill for 15 minutes or until set.
Remove fudge from pan and cut into small squares.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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FAQs
The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.
Why do raspberries and chocolate go well together? ›
Berries: The tartness of berries such as raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries complements the richness of dark chocolate, balancing out its intense flavours.
How should fudge be? ›
It should hold together well without being too hard and, above all, has to be melty and silky in your mouth. It's the size of sugar crystals that makes the knees of fudge lovers buckle…the smaller the crystals, the less they are perceived on the tongue and the more the fudge tastes smooth and creamy.
Is raspberry and chocolate good? ›
Yes, raspberry and milk chocolate are often paired together in desserts and confections. The tartness of the raspberry complements the sweetness of the milk chocolate, creating a delicious flavor combination.
Can you fix fudge that didn't set? ›
To fix it, you can reheat the fudge mixture over low heat and continue cooking until it reaches the proper temperature. Be sure to use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature accurately. Alternatively, you can try to salvage chewy fudge by mixing it into ice cream or using it as a topping for desserts.
What enhances the flavor of raspberries? ›
Raspberry Ginger: Zingy ginger gives a kick to the sweet-tart raspberry.
What flavor is best with raspberry? ›
Raspberry: Pairs well with other berries, almond, apricot, chocolate, cinnamon, citrus, ginger, hazelnut, mint, nectarine, peach, plum, rhubarb, thyme, and vanilla. You will find many raspberry co*cktails with brandy, Champagne, orange liqueurs, rum (especially the dark type), tequila, and sweeter red wines.
What fruit goes well with dark chocolate? ›
The sweetness of oranges is a perfect complement to the bitter notes of dark chocolate. However, it's not just orange that pairs well with chocolate. Lemon, lime, and even exotic citrus fruits like yuzu can bring out the brighter flavor notes of high-quality cocoa.
Is evaporated milk or condensed milk better for fudge? ›
Evaporated milk doesn't have sugar added. The sweetened condended milk is needed as no extra sugar is added to the fudge. If evaporated milk were used then the fudge would not be sweet enough and also would still be too soft unless the fudge is frozen.
What makes high quality fudge? ›
Candy that isn't cooked long enough will end up too soft; overcooking makes fudge crumbly or hard. High-quality fudge has many small crystals. If the process of crystallization begins too early, fewer crystals form and they become much larger.
Once a seed crystal forms, it grows bigger and bigger as the fudge cools. A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals.
What is the most unhealthy chocolate? ›
White chocolate not only has more saturated fat than any other type of chocolate, but lacks the healthy phytochemicals found in cocoa and dark chocolate.
Is raspberry dark chocolate healthy? ›
The synergy between dark chocolate and raspberries goes beyond taste. They offer a balanced blend of protein, fiber, healthy fats, and micronutrients.
What does raspberry do to your body? ›
Red Raspberries contain strong antioxidants such as Vitamin C, quercetin and gallic acid that fight against cancer, heart and circulatory disease and age-related decline. They are high in ellagic acid, a known chemopreventative, and have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties.
What to do with fudge that won't set? ›
Options for what you can do with your unset fudge:
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.
What would cause fudge not to harden? ›
The amount of time you cook fudge directly affects its firmness. Too little time and the water won't evaporate, causing the fudge to be soft. Conversely, cook it too long and fudge won't contain enough water, making it hard with a dry, crumbly texture.
Why hasn't my fudge harden? ›
The most common culprit behind unset fudge is inaccurate temperature control. If the sugar mixture hasn't reached the correct temperature, your fudge won't set. Ensure you use a reliable candy thermometer and follow temperature guidelines meticulously to achieve the desired consistency.
Why is my fudge not working? ›
However, homemade fudge doesn't always set up into a semi-firm, melt-in-your-mouth confection. If your fudge doesn't firm up after a few hours, you either have too high an amount of liquid to sugar, or your mixture hasn't reached the soft-ball stage. Using a candy thermometer can help home cooks avoid this problem.
