Eggnog Fudge
Mmm more eggnog deliciousness coming out of the kitchen! I am enamored with the flavor of eggnog being infused into baked goods – all that great flavor, without actually drinking it (it just seems way too thick to me!). Has anyone given the Eggnog Cheesecake Bars a try yet? I could totally see having those for breakfast on Christmas morning :) I mean, it’s sort like a Danish, right?? Now onto this amazing fudge… By far the most texture-perfect fudge I have made to date. It’s smooth, creamy and melts in your mouth. Not to mention packed with delicious eggnog flavor, spiked with nutmeg and some rum extract. Definitely a must-add to your holiday cookie trays!
This is a quasi-easy fudge recipe has a white chocolate base, but isn’t overpowered by the sometimes too-sweet flavor, thanks to a large dose of eggnog, butter and nutmeg. The marshmallow creme gives it a fabulous consistency. Like any fudge, this one involves pretty much constant stirring, but it doesn’t take that long to all come together. For the first time, I didn’t use my candy thermometer and instead used my instant-read digital thermometer and I’m thinking that it might be the key to better texture. I started checking the temperature every 30 seconds or so once the mixture had been boiling for about 5 minutes, until it hit 234 degrees.
Fudge perfection makes my little baker heart dance :)
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Eggnog Fudge
Ingredients
- 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (113.5 g) unsalted butter
- ¾ cup (190.5 ml) eggnog
- Pinch salt
- 10½ ounces (297.67 g) white chocolate, chopped
- ½ teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) freshly grated nutmeg, plus a little more for dusting the top of the fudge
- 7 ounces (198.45 g) marshmallow creme
- 1 teaspoon rum extract
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper and let it hang over the side; set aside.
- In a heavy 3-quart saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, eggnog and salt over medium heat. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Continue boiling 8 to 10 minutes, until a candy thermometer reaches 234 degrees F, stirring constantly to prevent scorching. Remove from heat.
- Using a wooden spoon, work quickly to stir in chopped white chocolate and nutmeg until chocolate is melted and smooth. Stir in marshmallow creme and rum extract. Beat until well blended and then pour into prepared pan. Sprinkle a little freshly ground nutmeg on top. Let stand at room temperature until cooled, then refrigerate overnight until firm.
- When completely cool, cut into squares. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator.
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I’m having a hard time finding rum extract. Can I use actual rum instead?
Hi Kerri, You would need to use more actual rum to get the same flavor (extract is super concentrated) and I’m not sure if you add that much more liquid what the effect would be on the fudge. I’d be more inclined to suggest you omit it, as you’ll still get a heavy eggnog flavor without it.
can you make it without the marshmallow creme?
Hi Cassie, No, that’s a key component to the fudge coming together to create the texture.
I just made this today and OH WOW! It is so good and so rich! If you love egg nog then you will love this fudge! It’s so yummy! Thanks so much for sharing this recipe!
I made the eggnog cheesecake, and it went over like gangbusters. So light and amazing!!! Now these are perfect to use up the leftover eggnog! Cant have waste, can we?
I was looking for an Eggnog Fudge recipe just the other day – thanks!
I saw this recipe last night and immediately fell in love. In fact I had to go to a cookie/candy exchange today and this is what I took. DELISH!!!!!! I actually used Captain Morgan spiced rum in place of the rum extract and it was a nice touch…if you are into the booze thing! Thanks for a great recipe!!!!
Looks perfect! Great idea for holiday gifts!
I’m in love with how creamy and luscious this fudge looks! Major yum!!
Do you think the rum extract could be omitted?
Hi Tina, You could, but it would definitely be lacking that characteristic rum-y flavor that old-fashioned eggnog usually has.
Do you think actual rum could be used?
Hi Christina, You could, but I think you would need to use too much of it to get the amount of flavor you’ll get out of the extract, and that extra liquid could throw off the recipe.
Are marshmallow creme and marshmallow fluff the same thing?
Hi Lisa, They are different, although they are usually right next to each other in the baking aisle at the grocery store.
So creamy!! It looks delicious.
I have made the eggnog cheesecake bars twice! And will be making them again for Christmas. Absolutely delicious… requests for the recipe both times. Same with the pumpkin cheesecake.
love your blog. i think i’ve gained 8 pounds since i started reading it:)
This looks amazing and such a great idea!
That sounds so awesome! I also love the taste of eggnog, but don’t actually drink it. I have made a few eggnog treats this month, and this looks like a good one to try also!
I made some eggnog fudge last weekend. And it was AMAZING. I’m so glad I had a place to give it away or it’d all be residing on my hips!
I’m an eggnog version but definitely saving all of the eggnog recipes I see for next year! Hubs loves it :)
Hi MIchelle,
I was up in the middle of the night a few days ago thinking of a way to make eggnog fudge. Thank you for sharing, now I don’t have to give it much thought, can’t wait to try this!
Merry Christmas!
Kristin
Is it bad that eggnog always creeped me out so much that I’ve never even tried it. I might be able to take the plunge with fudge vs the actual drink
This recipe looks amazing! Going to give it a try this weekend, hope it lasts for more than a day :) Sweet treats disapear in our house, lol.
Oh yum! I haven’t had fudge in so long and this looks so delectable! Maybe I should make some tonight or maybe I better wait till Sunday so I can take it to work and share. This is to dangerous to leave in the house!
I think the guys in my home would be absolutely in heaven with the idea of Eggnog Fudge. Adding to the list of candy to be made this week-end!
It looks like pure decadence!
I am seriously in love.
That looks great! Try making French toast with egg nog. I like it with pools of melted butter and then covered in cinnamon sugar,no maple syrup on this one.
Oh that sounds like an amazing idea!
Can you use salted butter in this recipe?
Ever since America introduced me to eggnog, I’ve been in love. This would be the perfect non-chocolate fudge for me. Mmmmm. Gorgeous!
What a cool twist on a traditional dessert to make festive and merry :)
This looks amazing! My nephew is crazy about eggnog – this might be the perfect gift! Thanks!
It’s so gorgeous, and white! I love light colored fudge! …I know that’s random, but I do.
Yummy! I am *so* going to make this! I love eggnog. I love fudge. This sounds like a win-win to me! :)