Description
Smooth, rich buttered rum fudge melts memories of Caribbean cocktail warmth into a delectable winter dessert. Creamy chocolate hints and rum’s deep notes create a luxurious sweet treat you’ll savor with pure winter comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3.5 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces / 396 grams)
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons rum extract (or 2 tablespoons dark spiced rum for a stronger flavor)
Garnish and Spice:
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Sanding sugar or crushed butterscotch candies (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a square baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring excess hangs over the edges for easy removal. Lightly coat the surface with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create a double boiler setup or use a microwave-safe bowl to gently warm the sweetened condensed milk until it reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Place white chocolate chips in a large mixing bowl, then carefully pour the warm condensed milk over them. Allow the mixture to rest for one minute, then whisk thoroughly until the chocolate completely dissolves and creates a silky, uniform texture.
- Melt butter in a separate container, then introduce rum extract and ground cinnamon into the white chocolate base. Stir methodically to ensure all ingredients blend seamlessly and create a rich, aromatic mixture.
- Transfer the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a smooth surface. Sprinkle decorative sanding sugar or crushed butterscotch pieces across the top for added texture and visual appeal.
- Refrigerate the fudge for approximately 90-120 minutes, or until it becomes completely firm and holds its shape when touched.
- Remove the fudge from the refrigerator and lift it out of the pan using the overhanging parchment paper. Place on a clean cutting board and slice into precise, bite-sized squares using a sharp knife.
Notes
- Ensure your foil or parchment paper has enough overhang to easily lift the fudge out of the pan, preventing any sticky situations when cutting.
- Warm condensed milk helps chocolate melt smoothly, creating a velvety texture that’s key to perfect fudge consistency.
- Use high-quality rum extract for a rich, authentic flavor that doesn’t overpower the delicate white chocolate base.
- For a kid-friendly version, substitute rum extract with vanilla extract or omit entirely, maintaining the creamy sweetness of the original recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 56 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg