This delicious fudge combines the classic flavors of chocolate and butterscotch in a melt-in-your-mouth treat. Perfect for gifts or holiday parties, this fudge is easy to make and will impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and melted.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and pour half of the mixture into the prepared pan. Smooth it out with a spatula.
- In another microwave-safe bowl, melt the butterscotch chips in the same manner. Pour the butterscotch mixture over the chocolate layer and spread evenly.
- Top with chopped walnuts, if desired, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
- Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut into squares. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Butterscotch is a type of confectionery made from brown sugar and butter, giving it a rich and caramel-like flavor.
Fudge is a type of confectionery that is made by mixing sugar, butter, and milk, then heating it to a soft-ball stage and stirring it while it cools to create a smooth, creamy texture.