Indulging in a piece of Chocolate Caramel Fudge is like experiencing a sweet hug from inside. This delightful treat marries the intense richness of chocolate with the luscious, buttery flavor of caramel, creating a dessert that is truly irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup caramel sauce
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Sea salt flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
Melt the Fudge Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the semisweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.
Add Flavor: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt until well combined.
Layer the Fudge: Pour half of the melted chocolate mixture into the prepared baking dish. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
Prepare Caramel Layer: Warm the caramel sauce in a small saucepan over low heat. If too thick, add heavy cream until pourable.
Spread the Caramel: Pour the warm caramel sauce over the fudge layer and spread it evenly.
Add the Remaining Fudge: Pour the remaining chocolate mixture over the caramel layer and smooth it out.
Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
Cut and Serve: Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into squares. Optionally sprinkle with sea salt flakes and chopped nuts.
