Description
Passionate chocolate lovers will swoon over this Red Hot Fudge recipe, perfect for Valentine’s Day romance. Silky chocolate layers meld with spicy hints, creating an unforgettable dessert that promises to ignite sweet connections between you and your special someone.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Chocolate Ingredients:
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 14-ounce (397 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
Fat and Butter Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Spice and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Optional Garnish:
- Red sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a square baking dish by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring the edges extend slightly over the sides for convenient extraction of the fudge.
- Create a silky chocolate base by gently melting sweetened condensed milk, semisweet and milk chocolate chips, and butter in a saucepan, continuously stirring until the mixture transforms into a uniform, glossy consistency.
- Infuse the chocolate mixture with robust flavor profiles by incorporating vanilla extract, warming cinnamon, and fiery cayenne pepper, carefully modulating the cayenne to match personal spice preferences.
- Transfer the velvety chocolate blend into the prepared pan, meticulously smoothing the surface with a spatula to ensure an even, appealing texture.
- Allow the fudge to solidify by placing it in the refrigerator, giving it sufficient time to set completely – approximately two hours or until it reaches a firm, sliceable consistency.
- Once thoroughly chilled, leverage the parchment paper’s overhang to gracefully lift the fudge from its container, then slice into precise, bite-sized squares.
- Optional: Enhance the visual appeal by delicately sprinkling vibrant red decorative crystals across the fudge’s surface, adding a festive touch perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by gradually adding cayenne pepper, tasting as you go to find your perfect spice balance.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for a richer, more luxurious fudge texture and deeper flavor profile.
- Line the pan meticulously with parchment paper, ensuring smooth edges for easy fudge removal and clean cutting.
- Experiment with alternative spices like smoked paprika or chili powder for unique heat variations that complement the chocolate’s richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg