Description
Maple Walnut Fudge is a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth confection bursting with rich maple flavor and crunchy toasted walnuts. Perfect for the holidays or as a homemade gift, this old-fashioned fudge is simple to make and irresistibly delicious with its smooth texture and nutty sweetness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp maple extract (for deeper flavor)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (toasted, optional)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang for easy removal. Lightly grease with butter or nonstick spray.
- Melt the base: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, butter, and maple syrup. Stir continuously until melted and smooth (do not overheat).
- Add flavor: Remove from heat and stir in maple extract, vanilla extract, and salt. Fold in the chopped walnuts, reserving a few for topping if desired.
- Pour and set: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle remaining walnuts on top and gently press them in.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours or until firm.
- Cut and serve: Lift the fudge out using the parchment paper and cut into 1-inch squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use real maple syrup for authentic flavor — not pancake syrup.
- To toast walnuts, bake at 350°F for 5–7 minutes until fragrant.
- This fudge keeps for up to 2 weeks in the fridge or 3 months in the freezer.
- For a deeper maple flavor, drizzle extra maple syrup over the fudge before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American