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Easy Gingerbread Fudge

Easy Gingerbread Fudge is a quick and delightful treat featuring the warm flavors of gingerbread, perfect for holiday gifting and parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 bags white chocolate chips (2 1/2 cups total) Use good quality white chocolate for a smooth result.
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 1/4 cup spice cake mix Provides cinnamon and nutmeg notes.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup molasses Gives the fudge the true gingerbread depth.
Icing Ingredients
  • 1 cup icing or powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk
  • to taste sprinkles or sparkles of your choice For festive decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line a square 8 x 8 or 9 x 9 inch baking dish with parchment paper and coat with nonstick spray. Set aside.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, cake mix, ginger, vanilla, and molasses.
  3. Heat the contents until melted and smooth, stirring frequently.
  4. Pour the fudge into the prepared pan and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to 3 hours until firm.
Icing
  1. While waiting for the fudge to harden, make the icing by whisking the powdered sugar and milk together until smooth.
  2. Pour the icing into a piping bag or resealable bag, drizzle in a zigzag pattern over your fudge.
  3. Top with sprinkles or any festive topping.
Serving
  1. Let the icing harden, then cut the fudge into small squares, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw before serving. For a decorative touch, label your gift with 'Gingerbread Fudge'.