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Easy Rich & Creamy Salted Caramel Fudge (Perfect Holiday Gift)

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Make this rich, chewy, and creamy salted caramel fudge using simple steps. It achieves the perfect salty-sweet balance and is ideal for homemade Christmas fudge gifts or personal indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup caramel bits or soft caramels, unwrapped
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, sugar, butter, and corn syrup.
  3. Stir the mixture constantly over medium heat until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves.
  4. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, making sure the tip does not touch the bottom.
  5. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching, until the mixture reaches 238 degrees Fahrenheit (soft-ball stage). This usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately once the temperature is reached.
  7. Quickly stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  8. Add the chocolate chips and caramel bits. Let the mixture sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to soften the candies.
  9. Stir vigorously until the chocolate and caramels are completely melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy. Do not overmix.
  10. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  11. Sprinkle the top evenly with flaky sea salt.
  12. Let the fudge cool completely at room temperature for at least 4 hours, or until firm. Do not refrigerate, as this can affect the texture.
  13. Once firm, use the parchment overhang to lift the fudge from the pan. Cut into 1-inch squares.

Notes

  • For the best chewy fudge dessert texture, use a heavy-bottomed pan to distribute heat evenly.
  • If you want a melt in your mouth fudge experience, slightly reduce the cooking time to 234 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Wrap individual squares in wax paper or small cellophane bags for excellent Christmas fudge gifts.

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