How to Make Perfect Cranberry Cashew Fudge - A Step-by-Step Guide

Indulging in a rich and creamy piece of fudge is one of life's simple pleasures. And when it comes to holiday treats, few things can rival the decadent sweetness of a perfectly made piece of fudge. If you're looking to add a festive twist to your fudge-making repertoire, then look no further than this recipe for Perfect Cranberry Cashew Fudge.

With its vibrant red hue and the delightful crunch of cashews, this fudge is as beautiful as it is delicious. The tartness of the cranberries a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup salted whole cashews
  • ½ cup cherry-flavored dried cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 8-inch pan

  • Line an 8-inch square pan with aluminum foil or waxed paper.
  • Combine marshmallow creme, sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and salt together in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Cook for exactly 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in milk chocolate chips and semisweet chocolate chips until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.
  • Fold cashews and dried cranberries into the chocolate mixture; stir in vanilla extract. Pour mixture into the prepared pan. Cool at room temperature or in the refrigerator until firm, 2 hours. Cut into 1-inch squares.
  • Nutrition

    248 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 135mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 30g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 77mg