Cranberry Orange Fudge Recipe (2024)

Cranberry and orange is a terrific pairing and this sweet, creamy, and delicious fudge recipe incorporates that fantastic taste combination for a perfect holiday fudge recipe. Using just five-ingredients, this fabulous cranberry-orange fudge recipe comes together quickly. This is a wonderful holiday sweet treat.

Cranberry Orange Fudge Recipe

Yum! Whoever decided fudge was a holiday favorite has my undying thanks! Fudge itself began as an accident in the late 1800s when a chocolate maker accidentally botched the making of French caramels. Baltimore, Maryland, is where fudge first originated, and fudge is named after the fact that the creator fudged and a fabulous sweet treat was born.

Fudge is extremely popular due to how easy it is to adjust and make new flavors. It is amazing all the flavors of fudge you can find and some people can be quite creative with it.

Whether you are making fudge for the holidays, a gift, or simply as a lovely confection to have in your home, this cranberry orange fudge recipe is one you will want to make and share again and again with your friends, family, and coworkers.

Tips and variations for making this Cranberry Orange Fudge Recipe:

● Dried orange zest will work as well as fresh although it may not be as flavorful.
● If you plan on making 36 servings, that is cutting 6 rows x 6 rows. If you plan on making 25 servings, that is cutting 5 rows by 5 rows.

● Place one sheet of parchment paper across the pan. Place the second sheet of parchment paper across the first sheet (to form an +).
● It is best if the rest of the ingredients are not altered as they specifically complement or counteract each other in the perfect manner. I would not be able to offer any other suggestions as substitutions that would work in the same manner.
● Fudge can be stored in the fridge or freezer in an airtight container. It will last up to two weeks in either situation. Fudge should never be stored at room temperature due to its ingredients.

If you enjoy a good fudge recipe, you may want to try these tastey delights:

● Eggnog Fudge Recipe
● Buttered Rum Fudge Recipe
● Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

Cranberry Orange Fudge Recipe Ingredients:

● 24 oz White Chocolate Chips
● 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk
● 1 cup dried Cranberries
● Zest of two large Oranges
● 1 tsp Orange Extract

Cranberry Orange Fudge Mise en Place:

● Saucepan
● Spatula
● Spoon
● Measuring Cup
● Measuring Spoons
● 8″x8″ Cake Pan
● Double Boiler
● Parchment Paper

Cranberry Orange Fudge Recipe Directions:

1. Lightly grease an 8″ x 8″ cake pan and line it with parchment paper (in the shape of a +). Set aside.

2. In a double boiler (or a bowl snugly fitted over a saucepan filled with simmering water), melt the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk.

3. When the chips are melted, add in the dried cranberries (reserve about 2 tablespoons to garnish the top), orange zest (reserve about ½ teaspoon to garnish the top), and orange extract. Mix till well combined.

4. Spread the cranberry orange fudge mixture in the prepared pan. Smoothen the top with a spatula.
5. Sprinkle the remaining cranberries and orange zest, evenly on the top of the fudge. (You may press in with the spatula if you like.)
6. Allow the cranberry orange fudge chill in the fridge for 4 hours, up to overnight.

7. Remove the fudge by picking up the ends of the parchment paper. Place on a cutting board and cut into 25 (5×5) or 36 (6×6) even squares.

8. Serve immediately.

9. Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

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