Caramel Pecan Turtle Fudge

Fudge has something of a bad rap but it doesn’t have to be complicated to make. Forget all about standing over bubbling pots on the stove or messing around with candy thermometers. You don’t need to worry about any of those things with this easy fudge recipe.

You will need caramels, pecans, chocolate, vanilla and a pinch of salt, along with the sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream to make it.

As you can imagine, this is a very rich recipe and a little does go a long way. Leftover fudge keeps for a long time (well, as long as you can resist the urge to enjoy some every time you walk past the fudge tin!) Feel free to tweak the recipe. All kinds of add-ins work in homemade fudge recipes, such as glace cherries, raisins, or coconut flakes.

Enjoy a square of this decadent fudge with a cup of coffee, or finely chop it and sprinkle it over your next ice cream sundae for a touch of luxury.

Why You’ll Love the Recipe:

You’re sure to love how easy this fudge is to make. You prepare the different layers and then use a knife to swirl them together to combine the flavors and give the dessert a really appealing look. This homemade fudge is special enough to wrap in cellophane and give as a gift.

How to Serve It:

Enjoy a piece of fudge whenever your sweet tooth craves something satisfying. It goes equally well with iced tea, a cup of coffee, a glass of milk, or anything else you like.

Ingredients:

• Caramels unwrapped
• Pecans
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Vanilla
• Sweetened condensed milk
• Sea salt
• Heavy whipping cream

How to make Caramel Pecan Turtle Fudge:

Step 1. Place the caramels and heavy whipping cream into a bowl that is microwave safe. 

Step 2. Heat at 30-second intervals until the caramels are melted and smooth. 

Step 3. Add the condensed milk, chocolate chips, and salt to a saucepan over medium heat. 

Step 4. Stir constantly, and heat until the chocolate chips are completely melted and combined. 

Step 5. Line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper. 

Step 6. Spread ½ of the chocolate into the bottom of the dish. 

Step 7. Add the caramel on top of the chocolate. 

Step 8. Place the remaining chocolate on top. 

Step 9. Use the tip of a butter knife to swirl the layers together slightly. 

Step 10. Chill for several hours until the mixture has set. 

Step 11. Slice to serve. 

Caramel pecan turtle fudge is simple to prepare and it’s perfectly delicious and sweet.

Can You Make It Ahead?

You can make fudge ahead because it keeps for so long.

Storage Instructions

Keep the fudge in an airtight container in the fridge. It should keep for weeks. You can also freeze it and enjoy it straight from the freezer.

Variations and Substitutions:

Add any kind of dried fruits or other flavors you want, such as coconut flakes or chocolate-covered peanuts for a touch of luxury. If you make this more than once, and you will want to, you could use different add-ins every time for a new flavor experience.