Description

This Easy Cranberry Orange Fudge is a delightful no-bake dessert combining creamy white chocolate with zesty orange and tart dried cranberries. Perfect for holiday celebrations or anytime you crave a sweet, festive treat, this fudge offers a smooth, rich texture with bursts of fruity flavor and optional crunchy pecans.

Ingredients

Fudge Base

3 cups white chocolate chips
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon orange extract
Zest of 1 orange

Add-ins

1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Pan: Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring enough overhang to lift the fudge out easily after setting.
Melt Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Mix Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the orange extract, orange zest, dried cranberries, and if using, chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Set the Fudge: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly to fill the pan.
Chill and Firm Up: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours or until it is firm to the touch.
Cut and Serve: Once set, lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 36 small squares and serve or store.

Notes

For a smoother texture, finely chop the dried cranberries before adding them to the fudge mixture.
Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness.
For an extra decorative touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top before refrigerating.