Gingerbread Fudge

This easy and delicious gingerbread fudge is a perfectly spiced holiday treat!

Table of Contents

Gingerbread Fudge Ingredients
Substitutions And Additions
How To Make This Gingerbread Fudge Recipe
How To Serve
Storage
Why We Love This Recipe
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This deliciously easy gingerbread fudge is a fun mashup of sweet holiday fudge and warm spice-filled gingerbread cookies. Make this festive fudge for your family and friends to enjoy this Christmas—it also makes a thoughtful, edible gift!

close up shot of Gingerbread Fudge with sprinkles stacked on top of each other on a wooden board

Gingerbread Fudge Ingredients

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This gingerbread fudge features a creamy base of white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk infused with the rich sweetness of molasses.

Ground ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon add warm and aromatic spice notes, while sprinkles provide a festive touch.

You’ll need:

4 cups of white chocolate chips
1 cup of sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons of molasses
2 teaspoons of ground ginger
2 teaspoons of ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon
Seasonal nonpareils, optional

Substitutions And Additions

SPRINKLES: We used nonpareils, which are tiny balls of sugar in different colors.

They add a really pretty touch and color to the top of the gingerbread fudge, as well as the perfect little crunch.

But you can choose to use other festive sprinkles if you prefer.

CHOCOLATE: The use of white chocolate is actually quite essential to the flavor and texture of the fudge in this recipe.

For best results, we do not recommend substituting it with dark chocolate or milk chocolate.

GROUND SPICES (GINGER, NUTMEG, CINNAMON): The ground spices in this recipe can be adjusted to suit your taste preferences.

If you want a spicier kick, increase the amount of ground ginger. For a warmer and nuttier flavor, you can add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice.

How To Make This Gingerbread Fudge Recipe

Let’s walk through the steps for making this delectable fudge together.

STEP ONE: In a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and the sweetened condensed milk.

Place in the microwave and heat for 25-second intervals at a time, stirring well after each interval.

white chocolate chips and condensed milk combined in a bowl

STEP TWO: After the mixture is well combined and smooth, stir in the molasses. Stir until the mixture is light brown.

PRO TIP:

Molasses is a great ingredient to keep on hand in your pantry. It stays fresh at room temperature for quite a while, can be used in many different recipes (like this one), and you can quickly make brown sugar in a pinch.

molasses added to the white chocolate chip mixture in the bowl

STEP THREE: Add the spices and mix well.

spices added to the white chocolate chip mixture in the bowl

STEP FOUR: Lightly spray an 8×8 square baking pan with non-stick cooking spray. This prevents the fudge from sticking to the pan.

STEP FIVE: Pour fudge into the baking dish.

STEP SIX: Spread the fudge mixture evenly in the pan. The easiest way to do this is with slightly wet, clean hands.

STEP SEVEN: Spread the seasonal nonpareils over the slightly damp fudge. Lightly pat down to set the nonpareils.

PRO TIP:

If you plan to cut this into small squares, score the top before chilling to make it easier to cut later.

Gingerbread Fudge mixture added to the baking dish then sprinkled with sprinkles

STEP EIGHT: Refrigerate for two hours to overnight.

PRO TIP:

You can make them in a gingerbread men mold. You can find it on Amazon here!

How To Serve

This time of year is ideal for this delicious sweet treat. Just the right amount of gingerbread spice will bring with it so much holiday cheer.

If you want to share this yummy fudge, it would be a decadent choice to give as a homemade Christmas gift to friends and neighbors.

Add it to a decorative box along with more of our delicious fudge recipes, including our eggnog fudge and candy cane fudge.

If you’re a gingerbread fan, you won’t want to miss our recipe for gingerbread cake from scratch and these oh-so-adorable gingerbread truffles.

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Storage

Whether you’re making it ahead of time for a special occasion or simply want to savor it over a few days, here’s your guide to storing this treat:

MAKE AHEAD: If you’re planning ahead for the holiday season or a special event, you can certainly prepare this fudge in advance.

After allowing it to cool completely and setting in the refrigerator for a few hours to firm up, cut it into bite-sized squares or desired shapes.

Place the individual pieces on a parchment paper-lined tray, ensuring they’re not touching, and freeze until solid.

Once frozen, transfer the fudge pieces to an airtight container or freezer bag, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Store in the freezer for up to two to three months.

When you’re ready to enjoy, simply remove the desired number of pieces and let them thaw in the fridge for a few hours.

IN THE FRIDGE: Store your prepared gingerbread fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

IN THE FREEZER: Place the fudge into an airtight container or zip-top freezer bag and freeze for up to three months.

You may want to place a piece of parchment or wax paper between each layer of fudge to prevent sticking.

Why We Love This Recipe

IRRESISTIBLE GINGERBREAD FLAVOR: This fudge captures the quintessential taste of gingerbread with its warm and spicy notes of ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

SIMPLE AND QUICK: With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, it’s an easy and hassle-free recipe that even novice cooks can master.

PERFECT FOR GIFTING: Gingerbread fudge makes for a wonderful homemade gift during the holiday season. It’s a thoughtful and delicious present that’s sure to bring smiles to the faces of friends and family.

close up overhead shot of Gingerbread Fudge with sprinkles

This holiday season, treat yourself to a tray of this homemade easy gingerbread fudge recipe. It’s so perfectly sweet and full of warm spices. With our incredibly simple instructions, you’ll be enjoying this special fudge in practically no time, and the hardest part will be waiting for it to chill.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I freeze this fudge?

This gingerbread fudge recipe can be frozen in an airtight container for up to three months.

Does the fudge need to be refrigerated?

This tasty fudge recipe does need to be refrigerated; otherwise, it will get too soft sitting on the counter.

How do I slice chilled fudge easily?

To easily slice the fudge, dip a large sharp flat knife in boiling water, dry it completely, and cut one long slice (the heat will help the blade to glide through).

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Gingerbread Fudge

5 from 6 votes

This easy and delicious gingerbread fudge is a perfectly spiced holiday treat!

Prep Time 15

Total Time 2 15

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Ingredients

4 cups white chocolate chips
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons molasses
2 teaspoons nutmeg
2 teaspoons ginger
2 teaspoons cinnamon
seasonal nonpareils, optional

Instructions

In a medium-sized heat-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and the sweetened condensed milk. Place in the microwave and heat for 25 seconds at a time, stirring well after each interval. The chips and condensed milk mixture will be stiff half way through the heating, but will become smoother.
After the mixture is a smoother texture, add the molasses and stir until the color of the mixture is a light brown.
Add the spices and mix well.
Lightly spray a 8×8 square baking dish.
Pour fudge into the baking dish.
Evenly spread the fudge using slightly wet, clean hands.
Spread the seasonal non-pareils over the slightly damp fudge. Lightly pat down to set the non-pareils.
Refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight.

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Notes

Molasses is a great ingredient to keep on hand in your pantry! It stays fresh at room temperature for quite a while, can be used in many different recipes (like this one), and you can quickly make brown sugar in a pinch.
If you plan to cut this into small squares, score the top before chilling to make it easier to cut later.
You can make them in the gingerbread men mold. You can find it on Amazon here!

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