Easy Gingerbread Fudge
In my last post I confessed my sins that I didn’t like mint on its own. I have another confession to make too. You’re all going to think I’mma crazy but I haven’t even started Christmas shopping yet.
I know, I know. Like I said… crazy! The main reason is cash-flow issues. I’m sure a lot of you can relate to that in this economic crappiness.
The story starts and ends in happiness. Very Disney-esq, but no singing I promise. 
Boy meets girl that he’s known all along. Girl likes boy, boy likes girl. They fall in love and move in together. Girl has an evil witch that holds her captive. The evil witches name is “Arthritis”. Boy loves girl so much he gives up work to look after her. Girl can’t save X amount each month as she used to for Christmas because she choses love over money.
Boy and girl get married [Oi, giant man-baby… Hint, hint! 
]. Girl makes boy some Christmas gingerbread fudge and they live happily ever after. Or at least something along those lines. The chapters continue. 
But yes, gingerbread fudge and an easy and quick method too. No candy thermometers needed! Only 10 minutes from start to finish too (excluding setting time).
You have to try to believe but this gingerbread fudge is so festive, creamy, beautifully textured and not forgetting, delicious! The spices are a perfect hit and the colouring of this fudge is owed to those beautiful spices that are ginger (obviously, cinnamon and nutmeg).
I couldn’t forget those festive sprinkles neither. They’re just too cute and the crunch factor is out of this world good.
Gingerbread Fudge Recipe
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 2-3 mins
Yield: 8x8in slab of gingerbread fudge
Ingredients:
- ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 12oz white chocolate, chopped (or chips)
- 2-3 tsp ginger, sifted
- ½-1 tsp cinnamon, sifted
- ½-1 tsp nutmeg, sifted
Directions:
- Pour the condensed milk and white chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 2-3 minutes, or until the white chocolate chips are almost completely melted. DO NOT OVERHEAT! Stir until completely blended, melted and smooth.
- Immediately add the spices and combine thoroughly.
- (Optional) Add a handful of sprinkles and fold in quickly. They will melt and make the mixture an awful muddy colour if stirred for too long.
- Transfer to an 8×8 inch aluminium foil-lined baking pan. Leave to set either in the refrigerator or at room temperature. If you live in a hot and humid climate, it’s preferable to allow to set in the refrigerator.
- Once set, cut into cubes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Notes:
- Prep time doesn’t include setting time which usually takes about 3 hours.
- If stored in an airtight container, they should keep for 2 weeks.
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These look so irresistable and I’m sure eating one wouldn’t do. Also, I’m now singing ‘A Whole New World’ thanks to you
Sylvie @ Romaingtaste recently posted…Bright Slice
Thanks Sylvie and you’re right, I couldn’t just stop at one. Hehe, now I’m singing it… again.
Thanks for stopping by.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Gingerbread Fudge
This fudge sounds amazing, Lisa…the best kind of present:) Once again, your photos are out of this world!
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Thanks so much, Sue. Made me smile.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Gingerbread Fudge
Love this fudge. I get the cash flow…yikes. I’m hoping your fairy tale comes true.
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The economy is a mess. The tale continues but I hope so too. Thanks Dorothy.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Gingerbread Fudge
Can’t wait to read the new chapters! This fudge sounds lovely and as Sue said, your photos are out of this world!
Thanks so much Paula. I’m excited to see where life takes me for the first time in many years and have felt this way since the moment we met.. again. LOL.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Gingerbread Fudge
♥ ♥ ♥ this fudge! If only you could ship me a box of it, even though I could follow your instructions to make it.. but I know it wouldn’t be the same
. Happy Holidays!
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I so get what you mean. I’m the same with food. If someone else makes it, it’s somehow better or different. I’d send you some if it would arrive safely. Perhaps boss someone to make it for you?
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Gingerbread Fudge
You have an amazing story and it´s so wonderfully shared! I would choose this homemade fudge over a store-bought present anytime! I confessed to not liking homemade cookies much and not having a xmas tree… so you´re in perfect shape
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen recently posted…Chicken, Apples and Cream à la Normande
I’m glad you enjoyed my little love story Paula. My partner and I went to the same nursery, primary school and high school together so we technically knew each other from when we were approx. 3-16 yrs old and reconnected on Facebook of all places!
No Christmas tree, eek. Mind you, I can’t complain. I don’t use a real tree and mine is *still* in the attic. I keep asking the giant man-baby to get it down.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Gingerbread Fudge
Lisa, this looks amazing! I love fudge that’s made without an annoying sugar thermometer and also with the setting aid of marshmallows, I find it goes too chewy. In a similar situation myself with cash flow, but you’re right, love is far more important
Joy @ Baking-Joy recently posted…Apple crumble cinnamon muffins
I’ve never tried fudge with marshmallows as a setting agent but now you mention they turn out chewy, I’ll know to avoid those recipes.
Sorry to hear you’re struggling too, that sucks.
And you’re so right, love and happiness is far more important than money. Thanks Joy.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Gingerbread Fudge
OMG I’ve never seen gingerbread fudge before!! IT”S SO FREAKING CUTE. So is your story. Love over money every time <3 And I'm sure all your loved ones will love whatever you give them…hell give them some of this fudge!
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And now you’ve seen it, you have to make it. Love over mooloah all the way! Thanks Jess.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Gingerbread Fudge
Easily one of the greatest ideas for fudge this looks AWESOME!
Cheers
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Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Gingerbread Fudge
Love this easy recipe! I have never made fudge and this year I will be making it! Thanks for this yummy dessert! Would love it if you would link up tomorrow at Heavenly Treats Link Party! Open Sat – Wed, dessert linky! http://pamelasheavenlytreats.blogspot.com
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This chocolate based fudge is so easy, 2 ingredients for the basic fudge and whatever flavours you want to jazz it up with.
Thanks for the invite too, I’ve added your party to my link party page and have linked up some of my treats. I’ll be by next week too.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
I love Ginger Snaps, so I can’t wait to try this!
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Ooo, let me know if you make this fudge. Thanks for stopping by.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
I have been searching, searching, searching for something to absolutely fill the void of gingerbread treats in my life this holiday season–thank you for sharing this! Funnily enough, I’ve made enormous batches of gingerbread men, but I think my taste buds are craving something sweeter, and I’m glad these fit the bill. Will whip up a batch tomorrow, can’t wait!
Ala recently posted…Pumpkin Pound Cake Truffles with Gingerbread Cookie Crumbs
I can’t wait to see how your fudge turns out. You will love it. That kick of ginger and the other Christmassy spices and yet the creamy sweetness you desire too. And gingerbread (wo)men are cute too. I need to whip up a batch of those myself.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
I don’t know how you do it, but it seems to me you can read my mind. I have been wanting to make gingerbread fudge and here it is – handed to me on a pretty platter. Thanks so much! And I love a story that has a happy ending!!
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Well, they do say great minds think alike.
I don’t think I could ever live up to the awesome-ness you make though. Thanks Kim.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
Lately I have had an addiction to fudge. This is such a fun and delicious Christmas version. And love over money is definitely the way to go in a marriage! Such a cute story:-)
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We’re not married.. [yet]. He won’t take my hints!
No, seriously, he knows. We’re planning to get married within the next 3-5 years.
Thanks Jocelyn.
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These are really FANTASTIC looking!
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Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
I love how quick and delicious this fudge looks!!! YUMMERS.
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Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
Gingerbread Fudge perfect for Christmas
Thanks Rachel.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
Love this recipe. The photo is so beautiful that I am sharing it in tomorrow’s post, link included of course! Stop by?
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You’re so sweet, Sinea. Thanks so much for featuring this recipe of your blog.
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Dear Lisa
I enjoyed reading your story, & I was touched . I have been married 55 years, & we have had lots of ups
& downs.
Your Gingerbread Fudge sounds delisous & anyone would enjoy this & appreciate it.
Thanks for sending the recipe to me.
MJ Leatherwood
Thanks so much for emailing me Margie. I’ve sent you an email back. I hope you received it? Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
Hi! I found your blog and made these last night! I followed everything to a T, but this morning they’re still a gooey mess..and I can’t cut them! Any idea of what I did wrong or how to fix it? Thank you!
It sounds as though you might’ve used evaporated milk instead of condensed milk, Andrea.
I’ve sent you a direct email with tips on how to salvage the fudge. I hope it works out for you and I hope you received that email?
Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} recently posted…Peppermint Christmas Lollipops
This looks and sounds amazing!
Wishing you and your loved ones a “Merry Christmas!”
Torie Jayne
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