Decadent Chocolate Fudge
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
This decadent chocolate fudge recipe is my go to when I want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 45 minutes total, you'll have a batch of silky, luxurious fudge that tastes far more complicated than it actually is. The dark chocolate isn't just delicious, it's packed with antioxidants that make indulging feel a little bit better. What I love most is how straightforward the whole process becomes once you gather these simple pantry staples. The hazelnuts add a wonderful crunch and sophistication, but honestly, you can swap them for nuts you already have on hand. Trust me, your friends will think you've spent all day on this treat.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gdark chocolate(diced)
- 600 gsugar
- 200 mlheavy cream
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 1 gsalt
- 1 mLvanilla extract
- 4 eggegg whites
- 100 gchopped hazelnuts
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x18 cm baking tray with parchment paper.
- 2
Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to stir well between each interval.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, heavy cream, and butter until well combined.
Tip: Be careful not to splash any butter.
- 4
Add the salt, vanilla extract, and egg whites to the sugar mixture and whisk until smooth.
Tip: Whisk until the mixture is glossy and slightly thickened.
- 5
Pour the chocolate mixture into the sugar mixture and whisk until well combined.
Tip: Make sure there are no lumps or streaks of chocolate.
- 6
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking tray and smooth out the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly.
- 7
Bake for 25 minutes, then remove from the oven and sprinkle with hazelnuts.
Tip: Let the fudge cool completely in the tray before cutting.
- 8
Once cooled, cut the fudge into 8 equal squares and serve.
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