Description
A rich, creamy chocolate fudge studded with tart cherries and crunchy toasted almonds, perfect for cozy evenings, gifting, or any special occasion. This decadent treat melts in your mouth and combines classic flavors in a way that’s impossible to resist.
Ingredients
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3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
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1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
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1/4 cup unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup dried cherries, chopped
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1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
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1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
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Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal, and lightly grease with butter.
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Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Set aside to cool.
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In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Stir constantly until smooth and fully melted, about 5–7 minutes.
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
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Fold in chopped dried cherries and toasted almonds evenly.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula.
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results, until firm.
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Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into 1-inch squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
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For a glossy finish, stir in 1 teaspoon of light corn syrup while melting the chocolate. Ensure cherries are evenly distributed to avoid pockets of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes