Description
Caramel Pecan White Chocolate Fudge is a rich, creamy, and indulgently sweet dessert combining smooth white chocolate, luscious caramel swirls, and crunchy toasted pecans. This no-bake fudge offers an easy, customizable recipe perfect for gifting or enjoying as a comforting treat, delivering a perfect balance of nutty flavor and silky texture in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Flavor & Texture
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling, optional)
- 3/4 cup toasted pecans
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and lightly toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning and to maximize their nutty flavor.
- Melt White Chocolate and Butter: Using a double boiler, gently melt the white chocolate chips with the butter, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and glossy, forming the fudge base.
- Stir in Sweetened Condensed Milk and Vanilla: Remove the melted mixture from heat and immediately whisk in the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, creating a dense, luscious texture.
- Fold in Pecans and Caramel Sauce: Carefully fold the toasted pecans into the mixture followed by spoonfuls of caramel sauce. Gently swirl the caramel through the mixture without over-mixing to create a marbled effect.
- Transfer and Chill: Pour the fudge mixture into an 8×8-inch pan lined with parchment paper. Use a spatula to smooth the surface evenly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set and firm.
- Cut and Serve: Lift the set fudge using the parchment edges and cut into small squares with a sharp knife. For clean cuts, warm and dry the knife before slicing.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate for a creamier, richer fudge.
- Toast pecans gently and stir frequently to preserve crunchiness and avoid burning.
- Do not over-swirl the caramel to keep beautiful caramel ribbons in the fudge.
- Allow fudge to chill fully before slicing to achieve perfect squares without crumbling.
- Store fudge in a cool place away from direct sunlight or warm areas to prevent melting or stickiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking / Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 1x1 inch square)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: caramel fudge, white chocolate fudge, pecan fudge, no-bake fudge, nutty dessert, caramel pecan dessert