Eggnog Fudge Festive Squares (Printable)
Creamy white chocolate fudge flavored with eggnog, nutmeg, and vanilla, chilled and cut into festive bite-sized squares.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fudge Base
01 - 3 cups white chocolate chips
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
03 - 1/2 cup eggnog
04 - 2 cups granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Garnish
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
# How-To Steps:
01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring there is an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
02 - In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, combine unsalted butter, eggnog, and granulated sugar. Stir frequently until mixture reaches a gentle boil.
03 - Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring continuously.
04 - Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add white chocolate chips, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and pure vanilla extract. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and mixture is smooth.
05 - Pour the fudge mixture immediately into the lined pan, spreading evenly with a spatula.
06 - Sprinkle evenly with freshly grated nutmeg, if desired.
07 - Allow the fudge to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours or until firm.
08 - Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the fudge from the pan. Cut into 36 squares with a sharp knife.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This fudge tastes like the holidays in every bite — it melts on your tongue with a gentle whisper of nutmeg and vanilla.
- It only takes a few ingredients, but the result looks and feels so impressive you might fool yourself into thinking you bought it at a fancy shop.
02 -
- The first time I rushed the chilling step, my fudge nearly collapsed when I cut it — patience saves everything.
- Adding the vanilla right after removing from heat keeps its aroma bold and fragrant; otherwise, it cooks away.
03 -
- Measure the eggnog accurately — too much, and the fudge won’t set quite right.
- Use high-quality white chocolate; cheap versions may not melt smoothly and could separate.