Classic Chocolate Pecan Marshmallow Fluff Fudge

If there was one holiday treat you couldn't live without, what would it be?  Mine would probably be fudge.  I am such a sucker for fudge.  The smooth and velvety texture and rich flavor get me every time.  I cannot resist it.

I made this White Chocolate Toffee Fudge a few years ago and it quickly became a favorite.  It was time to turn it into a Classic Chocolate Pecan version.  I swapped out the white chocolate chips for semi-sweet and the toffee bits for pecans and it turned out amazing.  It is so creamy and decadent with a smooth chocolate flavor and nice nuttiness from the pecans.  

This is so easy to make and it turns out perfect every time. 

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Classic Chocolate Pecan Marshmallow Fluff Fudge
From: Jenn@eatcakefordinner
(Printable Recipe)

3 c. sugar
1 c. evaporated milk
1/2 c. unsalted butter
1 (12 oz.) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (7 oz.) carton marshmallow creme
1 c. chopped pecans, divided
1 tsp. vanilla

Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.  In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, evaporated milk and butter.   Heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.  Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly.  Reduce heat to medium and boil gently for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.  

Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, 3/4 cup pecans and the vanilla.  Stir until smooth and creamy and pour into prepared baking dish and spread out evenly.  Top with remaining 1/4 cup of chopped pecans.  Cool until firm, then cut into 1-inch squares and serve.  Keep stored, in the refrigerator, in an air-tight container.    

S'mores Bark

What kind of yummy treats have you all been making this Summer?

I've already made this S'mores Bark twice in the last week.  It's so easy and extremely delicious.  I keep it stored in the freezer and it's nice to have on hand to pull out a piece when I'm craving something sweet.  I like to eat mine straight out of the freezer, it's firm, yet still chewy.  If you want it to be a little softer, then remove from the freezer a few minutes before eating.  

Only four ingredients are needed to create this addicting bark.  Let me show you how to make it.

First, you melt some chocolate chips and spread out evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.  Refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until hardened.  I like to use a mixture of semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips. Use whatever you prefer.  

Then, you melt some white chocolate chips with some marshmallow cream and spread that over the first chocolate layer.  Top with graham cracker chunks and refrigerate until hardened, about 30 minutes.  

Last, you melt the remaining chocolate chips and spread over the mallow/graham cracker layer.  Refrigerate until completely firm, a few hours.  Then, cut into chunks and serve.  That's seriously all you have to do - easy, huh!

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S'mores Bark

adapted from: Wine and Glue

(Printable Recipe)


3 1/2 c. chocolate chips, divided (I use half milk and half semi-sweet)

3/4 c. white chocolate chips

1 (7 oz.) tub of marshmallow cream

4 full sheets of graham crackers


Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.  Melt 1 1/2 cups of chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted.  Pour onto the parchment-lined pan and spread out into an even layer.  You don't want it too thin or too thick.  Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until firm.


Next, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until melted.  Add the marshmallow cream to the white chocolate and microwave for about 15 more seconds, then stir until smooth and creamy.  Spread over hardened chocolate layer.  Immediately break graham crackers into chunks and press into the marshmallow layer.  Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until firm.


Last, melt the remaining 2 cups of chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth and creamy.  Carefully spread over mallow/graham cracker layer.  Refrigerate until firm, about a few hours, then cut into chunks and serve.  Store S'mores Bark in the refrigerator or freezer.

BEST EVER White Chocolate Popcorn

I originally posted this recipe back in 2011 and it is still one of my family's favorite treats, so it was time to update the pics and share with all of you again.

The flavor of this really is amazing thanks to the type of popcorn the recipe calls for.  It's also so easy to customize for each holiday by switching out the M&M's you use.  

Check out my original post down below.  

If I would have seen this recipe on a blog, I probably would have just passed by it, but lucky for you, my boss makes it for us every year for Christmas, so I know how amazing it is.

I was making this a few days ago when Jake comes into the kitchen and says:

"Ewe, why did you use buttered popcorn?"

I said "Don't knock it until you try it."

So . . . he takes a bite . . . takes another bite . . . gets out a bowl and fills it up . . . finishes the bowl and says . . .  

"What is this stuff?  Why is it so good and why can't I stop eating it?"

So, there you have it.  This stuff is seriously AMAZING AND ADDICTING!  Neither of us have been able to stop eating it for the past three days.  I know it sounds strange, but it works.  

STOP whatever you are doing . . . Get up . . . Get dressed . . . go to the store and get some buttered popcorn, white chocolate candy melts and some M&M's and MAKE THIS RIGHT NOW. 

BEST EVER White Chocolate Popcorn

adapted from: Diana J.

(Printable Recipe)

3 bags (regular-size) Extra Butter Microwave Popcorn

1 1/2 (12 oz.) bags Wilton White Candy Melts

    or 1 Lb. White Chocolate Almond Bark

1 (11.4 oz.) bag regular M&M's or 1/2 bag mini M&M's

Pop popcorn in the microwave, DO NOT BURN IT.  Transfer to a really large bowl, making sure to get out all of the un-popped kernels so no one breaks their teeth.  Melt white candy melts according to package directions.  Pour over popped popcorn and add M&M's.  Stir until all of the popcorn is coated with chocolate.  Let set until chocolate has hardened.  When chocolate has hardened, the popcorn will be stuck together in one large ball.  So, use a spoon to break it into chunks.  Store in an air-tight container.  Serve.  

Jenn's Notes: You can find the Wilton White Candy Melts in the craft section at Walmart or at Craft Stores (Hobby Lobby or Michael's).  This popcorn is a great neighbor gift. Add to cute cellophane bags and tie with a ribbon.  If you burn the popcorn, don't think the white chocolate will hide the burnt taste, because it won't.  If you burn it, throw it out and use a different bag.   

Melt in Your Mouth Symphony Fudge

This fudge is DIVINE.  It's so smooth and creamy and really just melts in your mouth.  The flavor is outstanding.  I used the blue Symphony Bars for the chocolate and toffee flavor, so not only is it fabulous from that, but it also has marshmallows in it which give the fudge a slight toasted marshmallow flavor too.

This is the kind of fudge that I should definitely share with other people.  Otherwise, I'll just keep going back for piece after piece and I can't stop.  I am seriously a big fan of this fudge and I love that it's so simple to make.   Today is day four and the fudge is still as smooth and creamy as ever.  

I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and are able to spend it with friends and family.

 

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adapted from: Tips from a Typical Mom
(Printable Recipe)

2 c. heavy whipping cream
4 c. sugar
3 (4.25 oz.) Symphony Bars (milk chocolate bar with almonds and toffee)
2 sticks (16 Tbl.) unsalted butter, cut into cubes
1 c. mini marshmallows
2 tsp. vanilla

Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray; set aside.  Add whipping cream and sugar to a large saucepan and whisk until combined.  Make sure to use a large pan or your mixture will boil over.  Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil.  Let the mixture boil for 10 minutes and DO NOT STIR WHILE BOILING.  

Meanwhile, to the bowl of a stand mixer (or large bowl), break up the candy bars and add to the bowl along with the cut up butter, marshmallows and vanilla.  After the sugar mixture has boiled for 10 minutes, remove from heat and carefully pour over the chocolate mixture in the bowl.  Do not scrape the edges of the pan (we don't want sugar crystals in the fudge).  Start mixer on low speed and gradually work your way up to medium speed.  Mix until everything is well combined and mixture is smooth and starts to lighten in color.  

Pour into prepared pan and spread out evenly.  Allow to cool for one hour, then cover and refrigerate until completely cool.  Cut into squares and serve.  I like to store the leftover fudge in the refrigerator and then bring it to room temperature before serving.  



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