Irish Cream Fudge Delight (Printable)

A rich, creamy white chocolate confection infused with coffee and vanilla flavors. Smooth and indulgent treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fudge Base

01 - 3 cups white chocolate chips
02 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces

→ Irish Cream Flavoring

05 - 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee, cooled
06 - 1 tbsp vanilla extract
07 - 1/4 tsp almond extract
08 - 1/4 tsp cocoa powder

→ Optional Garnish

09 - 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings

# How to Make It:

01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on sides for easy removal.
02 - In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and butter. Stir constantly until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is smooth.
03 - Remove from heat. Quickly stir in coffee, vanilla extract, almond extract, and cocoa powder until thoroughly combined.
04 - Pour fudge mixture into prepared pan, smoothing top evenly with spatula.
05 - If desired, sprinkle mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings over top.
06 - Let cool at room temperature for 10 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
07 - Lift fudge from pan using parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares and serve.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • The rich Irish cream flavor comes from coffee and extracts, so everyone can enjoy it regardless of age or preference
  • This fudge sets up beautifully firm but melts in your mouth with that perfect creamy texture
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes of active cooking time, leaving you more time for holiday movie marathons
02 -
  • Low and slow is the rule here—high heat will scorch the white chocolate and create grainy texture that never quite smooths out
  • The coffee must be completely cool before adding, otherwise it can cause the chocolate to seize and turn into a lumpy mess
  • This fudge needs the full refrigeration time to set properly, so plan ahead and resist cutting into it too early
03 -
  • A heavy-bottomed saucepan distributes heat more evenly and prevents hot spots that can scorch the chocolate
  • If your fudge feels too soft after chilling, it likely needed more stirring time to properly emulsify the fats
  • The quality of your coffee directly impacts the final flavor—use something you'd actually want to drink

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