Chilli Chocolate Fudge
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
You absolutely have to try this chilli chocolate fudge, it's become my favorite homemade treat to make when I want something decadent but surprisingly simple. The combination of dark chocolate with a kick of chilli peppers creates this amazing balance of sweet and spicy that keeps you coming back for more. What I love most is that it comes together in just over an hour, and the ingredients are probably already in your kitchen. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants too, so you can feel a little better about indulging. Trust me, once you've made this, store bought fudge won't compare.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250dark chocolate
- 2chilli peppers(diced)
- 200 gsugar
- 150 mlheavy cream
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 5 gsalt
- 1 mLvanilla extract
- 100 gcocoa powder
- 50 gall-purpose flour
- 150semisweet chocolate chips
- 10 gchilli flakes
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Melt the dark chocolate and butter in a double boiler or in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval, until smooth.
Tip: Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.
- 2
Whisk together the sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for easier whisking.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and chilli flakes.
Tip: Make sure to sift the cocoa powder for a smoother texture.
- 4
Add the whisked sugar mixture to the melted chocolate and butter, then stir in the flour mixture until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Stir in the semisweet chocolate chips and chilli peppers.
Tip: Use a spatula to fold in the chocolate chips.
- 6
Pour the fudge mixture into a lined or greased 20x20cm square baking dish.
Tip: Make sure the dish is at room temperature for even baking.
- 7
Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Tip: Cut into small squares for easy serving.
- 8
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Tip: Let the fudge come to room temperature before serving.
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