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No-Bake Shortbread Fudge Slice Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 16 squares
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This No-Bake Shortbread Fudge Slice is a luscious, easy-to-make dessert combining crushed shortbread cookies with a rich chocolate and condensed milk mixture. Perfectly sweet and creamy, it requires no baking and sets beautifully in the fridge, making it an ideal treat for holidays, gifting, or anytime indulgence.

Ingredients

Base and Mix

  • 1 (8.8 oz) package plain shortbread cookies, crushed (about 2 cups)
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Optional Toppings

  • Crushed shortbread
  • Sea salt flakes
  • Chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to allow easy removal of the fudge once set.
  2. Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter. Stir constantly until everything melts and the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
  3. Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the vanilla extract and salt to enhance the flavor.
  4. Mix in Cookies: Fold in the crushed shortbread cookies gently but thoroughly until they are evenly distributed throughout the chocolate mixture.
  5. Set in Pan: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. If desired, sprinkle your choice of optional toppings such as crushed shortbread, sea salt flakes, or chopped nuts over the surface.
  6. Chill to Firm Up: Refrigerate the fudge slice for at least 2 hours, or until set and firm to the touch.
  7. Serve: Once chilled, lift the fudge out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 16 squares. Store leftover pieces in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

  • Use flavored shortbread (like lemon or chocolate-dipped) for a unique twist on the base flavor.
  • Add swirls of peanut butter or caramel before chilling for an extra layer of deliciousness.
  • This fudge slice is ideal for holiday dessert trays or as a thoughtful homemade gift.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/no-bake-shortbread-fudge-slice-recipe/