This easy homemade chocolate butterscotch fudge recipe is a classic holiday treat. It comes together within minutes and offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it an irresistible treat for Christmas or Thanksgiving.
Jump to RecipeI love the flavor of chocolate and butterscotch together! Have you ever made haystacks – melt chocolate chips and butterscotch chips and pour it over chow mein noodles?
This is a similar flavor, but in the form of a creamy, dreamy fudge. I prefer melting chocolate chips over a double boiler rather than in the microwave because microwaves can easily heat too quickly and cause the chocolate to seize.
This homemade chocolate butternut fudge has a smooth and creamy texture from the melted chocolate and condensed milk, contrasted by the crunchiness of the chopped toasted walnuts.
I like this fudge best with walnuts, but you can substitute another nut, or leave them out completely.
The recipe is relatively straightforward, requiring melting and combining the ingredients before setting the mixture in a pan. It’s totally suitable for those of you with limited baking experience.
Properly stored, it can last for several days, so it’s suitable for making in advance for all those upcoming gatherings or as a homemade gift.
This recipe can be modified and adapted to your taste so you might even want to experiment with different types of nuts or even add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a contrast in flavors
Ingredients
Semisweet Chocolate Chips. Provides the base chocolate flavor for the fudge.
Butterscotch Chips.Adds a rich butterscotch taste to complement the chocolate.
Sweetened Condensed Milk. Provides sweetness and helps bind the ingredients together.
Vanilla Extract. Enhances the overall flavor of the fudge.
Toasted Walnuts. Add texture and a nutty flavor to the fudge. Make sure to toast them in a pan or the oven to get a more intense flavor.
How to make Chocolate Butterscotch Fudge




- Line an 8 inch baking pan with lightly buttered parchment. Set aside.
- In the top of a double-boiler, add chocolate chips, butterscotch chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir mixture over simmering water until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Fold in chopped walnuts.
- Spread mixture evenly in prepared pan. Cool mixture and allow fudge to become firm.
- Use parchment paper to lift fudge from the pan. Cut into 20 equal squares. Store in airtight container.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can certainly experiment with different types of chocolate or butterscotch chips in this recipe. If you prefer a sweeter or milder taste, you might consider using milk chocolate chips instead of semisweet chocolate chips. White chocolate chips can provide creamier flavor profile but I think it might be a bit to sweet in combination with the sweetened condensed milk.
Absolutely! If you prefer a nut-free version of this fudge or have allergies to walnuts, you can omit the nuts entirely from the recipe. Alternatively, simply use a different type of nut, like almonds, pecans, hazelnuts, or cashews.
To adjust the sweetness level of the fudge, you could try and reduce the quantity of sweetened condensed milk. Using a smaller amount will lessen the overall sweetness while maintaining the fudge’s consistency.
Yes, you can melt the ingredients without a double-boiler by using a microwave. However, as mentioned above, you have to be a bit careful. Heat the ingredients in short intervals, stirring frequently until they melt and combine smoothly. Be cautious not to overheat the mixture, as chocolate can easily burn.
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