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cream cheese fudge

Cream Cheese Fudge

This cream cheese fudge is a delightful treat that combines the tangy flavor of cream cheese with the rich sweetness of white chocolate. It's an easy-to-make dessert that cheese lovers will adore.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
chill time 1 hour
Servings: 64 inch squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 227 grams cream cheese, softened
  • 910 grams white chocolate, chopped
  • 150 grams chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch squares baking pan

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Pan Line the Pan: Line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with foil, allowing the foil to overhang on all sides. This will make it easy to lift the fudge out later. Lightly coat with cooking spray.
  2. Melt the Chocolate: Place the chopped white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave at 100% power for 1 minute. Stir and continue to heat in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt the chocolate in a saucepan over low heat.
  3. Mix the Fudge Beat the Cream Cheese: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whip attachment, beat the softened cream cheese until fluffy.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Pour the melted white chocolate over the cream cheese and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is well combined.
  5. Add the vanilla extract and continue to beat for another 7 minutes on high speed until the mixture is smooth.
  6. Add Nuts: Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, if using.
  7.  Set the Fudge Pour and Spread: Spoon the cream cheese fudge mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly into the corners. Chill: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
  8.  Cut and Serve Slice the Fudge: Carefully lift the block of fudge from the pan using the edges of the foil. Peel away the foil and cut the fudge into 1-inch squares.
  9. Serve: Store the fudge in a covered container in the refrigerator. Enjoy this creamy, tangy, and sweet treat!

Notes

Variations

  1. Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Mix in 100 grams of creamy peanut butter with the cream cheese before adding the powdered sugar for a delicious peanut butter twist.
  2. Mint Chocolate Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Add 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract and fold in crushed peppermint candies for a refreshing minty flavor.
  3. Oreo Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Crush 100 grams of Oreo cookies and fold them into the fudge mixture for a cookies-and-cream variation. Top with additional crushed Oreos for garnish.
  4. Nutty Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Stir in 100 grams of chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans) for added crunch and flavor.
  5. Dried Fruit Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Incorporate 100 grams of dried fruits like cranberries, apricots, or raisins for a chewy texture and fruity flavor.
  6. Coconut Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Mix in 100 grams of shredded coconut to the fudge for a tropical twist. You can also sprinkle some on top for decoration.
  7. Dark Chocolate Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Substitute white chocolate with dark chocolate for a richer, more intense flavor. Use 910 grams of dark chocolate instead of white.
  8. Coffee Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Add 1-2 teaspoons of instant coffee granules to the melted chocolate for a mocha-flavored fudge.
  9. Caramel Swirl Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Drizzle caramel sauce into the fudge mixture before it sets for a delicious caramel swirl effect.
  10. Lemon Cream Cheese Fudge:
    • Add the zest of one lemon and a tablespoon of lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture for a refreshing citrus flavor.