Eggnog Fudge, Creamy Holiday (Printable View)

Creamy white chocolate fudge flavored with eggnog, nutmeg, and vanilla — chilled and cut into festive squares.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fudge Base

01 - 3 cups white chocolate chips
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
03 - 1/2 cup eggnog
04 - 2 cups granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Optional Garnish

08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for effortless removal.
02 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine unsalted butter, eggnog, and granulated sugar. Stir frequently until the mixture reaches a gentle boil.
03 - Reduce heat to low and simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
04 - Remove pan from heat. Add white chocolate chips, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and pure vanilla extract. Stir until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is smooth.
05 - Immediately transfer fudge mixture into the prepared pan. Smooth the surface with a spatula. Sprinkle freshly grated nutmeg over the top if desired.
06 - Allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firmly set.
07 - Using the parchment overhang, lift fudge from the pan. Cut into 36 squares with a sharp knife.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You get all the nostalgic winter spice of eggnog, but in a melt-in-your-mouth fudge that never lasts long on the platter.
  • It's fuss-free, no candy thermometer required, and guaranteed to impress even the non-fudge fans at your gathering.
02 -
  • If you rush the cooling or cutting, the fudge will stick to everything and lose its shape—a mistake I made more than once.
  • Stirring constantly while the mixture heats prevents the dreaded grainy texture and ensures a creamy finish every single time.
03 -
  • Let the fudge come to room temperature for five minutes before cutting to avoid crumbling edges.
  • If you’re going for an extra luxe finish, sift a tiny pinch of nutmeg and powdered sugar over the top before serving.

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