Boozy Bourbon Chocolate Fudge is great to give and to receive After all, who doesn’t want homemade treats? Especially fudge with alcohol.
Old-fashioned chocolate fudge with condensed milk and Kentucky bourbon makes a great food gift for the holidays. This easy boozy fudge recipe combines dark chocolate and milk chocolate, topped with a sprinkle of pink sea salt.
PinDecadent gourmet fudge handcrafted to perfection. Rich, smooth and bold, a symphony of flavours in every luxurious bite. Ultimate confectionery masterpiece in these bourbon infused artisan chocolate treats.
This easy fudge recipe will be the hit of the holidays. Chocolate is welcomed all year long, but especially this time of year. Everyone loves homemade Christmas candy.
Do you know another recipe you need to try for the holidays? Boozy Cranberry Sauce is made with maple syrup and bourbon. You can’t buy this in a can. Once you make this homemade cranberry sauce, you will be hooked. 5 ingredients and 15 minutes are all it takes.
The holiday madness has begun. Time is ticking very quickly to the big day. Santa and the elves are busy in the workshop getting everything done for all the boys and girls.
Let’s not forget the other very busy person, Mrs. Claus. Keeping Santa and the elves fed is a big responsibility. Oh yeah, she helps look after the reindeer too.
Old-Fashioned Bourbon Fudge Ingredients
Hubby happens to think this is the BEST chocolate fudge recipe ever! Move over rum balls, there is a new treat on the tray!! You will need:
- milk chocolate
- dark chocolate
- bourbon
- vanilla extract
- condensed milk
- butter
- salt
- pink sea salt
Do you like getting homemade gifts? The first thing I think of that makes a great food gift is handcrafted gourmet fudge. You must have lots of parties to attend right? So easy to make, and easy to transport too. Don’t forget those teachers. I know they would appreciate this small batch bourbon chocolate indulgence.
Edible food gifts are great to GIVE and to RECEIVE. In fact, check out my post 28 Unique Edible Gifts for Christmas.
Holiday Spiced Crunchy Granola (another great gift idea) is my to-go snack right now. I will eat it by the handful right out of the jar.
Christmas Popcorn Balls are a hit too. White chocolate covered popcorn dipped in festive holiday sprinkles.
Gourmet Chocolate Bourbon Fudge Is Easy
This easy fudge recipe requires really no cooking at all. If you can melt chocolate, you can make this like a pro! Full instructions are in the recipe card below.
Here is what you do:
- cut the chocolate into chunks
- grease and line a pan with parchment paper (makes it so much easier to get the fudge out of the pan)
- melt the chocolate (complete instructions in the recipe card below)
- add the butter and condensed milk
- add the bourbon and vanilla
- pour into pan
- top with sea salt
- let the fudge set (this is the HARDEST part)
- when ready, remove from pan, but into squares and EAT!
Fudge Making Tips
Here are a few suggestions. I used an *(affiliate link) 8×8 baking pan. For the salted top, I used *(affiliate link) Pink Himalayan Sea Salt. It works nicely. Be sure to line your pan with *(affiliate link) parchment paper to make it easier to remove the fudge from the pan.
I would recommend as with all the alcohol I cook with, use only alcohol you like. I mean, if it is something you will not drink, don’t cook with it. Also, be sure to use good quality chocolate, it does make a huge difference.
When it is time to cut the fudge, be sure to bring it to room temperature for at least 30 minutes. I also like to heat my knife under hot water between cuts.
The great thing about making this holiday fudge recipe is you can adjust the amount of alcohol you use. Heck, you can even swap out the bourbon for something else.
We totally enjoyed our Boozy Bourbon Iced Coffee during the summer, but rum would work too. Speaking of rum, ’tis the season for our favourite treat, Rum & Eggnog Latte. Eggnog season is too short as far as I’m concerned.
Recipe FAQ’s
No you cannot, evaporated milk WILL NOT work in this recipe.
At least 3 hours, or overnight. You can place it in the fridge, and bring it to room temperature before cutting.
I like to keep it in a sealed container. I usually place it in the basement (it is cooler there), and to HIDE it from everyone LOL! It will last for a few weeks. Who am I kidding, it will be eaten LONG before that.
Score your fudge (you and use a knife or clean, unflavoured dental floss). A good size is 1 to 1-½ inches square, but perfection isn’t necessary.
Cut all the slices in one direction, then the other. Use your thinnest knife after running hot water over the blade. A pizza wheel sprayed with nonstick cooking oil works for fudge up to ¾ inch thick.
You can make all kinds alcohol infused fudge delights. Jack Daniels, Baileys Irish Cream, vodka, rum, kahula, amaretto, brandy, and fireball whiskey are great.
PinNeed a great dessert idea? Sticky Toffee Pudding is fantastic. Individual steamed date puddings served warm and covered in a caramel sauce.
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Boozy Chocolate Bourbon Fudge
Ingredients
- 10 ounces milk chocolate
- 10 ounces dark chocolate
- ¼ cup bourbon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 14 ounces condensed milk (1 can of SWEETENED condensed milk)
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Pink Himalayan Sea Salt (optional)
Instructions
- Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan, and line with parchment paper.
- Cut the chocolate into large pieces. Place in a bowl over hot (simmering) water (on the stove top). Cook until chocolate is melted and smooth. Stir often.
- Add the butter and condensed milk. Cook for 1-2 minutes until butter is melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. **mixture will be VERY thick**
- Add the bourbon, vanilla and salt to the mixture. Mix well.
- Pour into prepared baking dish. Press into the pan. Smooth top if you wish.
- Sprinkle the sea salt over the top (optional).
- Place the fudge in the fridge to firm. (about 2 hours)
- When ready, remove the pan from the fridge. Take the fudge out of the pan and place it on a cutting board. At this point I like to let it come up to room temperature for about 30 minutes or so.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the fudge into squares. **NOTE** I like to run my knife under hot water to heat it. Be sure to wipe the water off the knife before using.
Deborah S
When do you add the chocolate milk? Mine was runny. Did I miss something?
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I am not sure what you mean? There is no chocolate milk in this recipe? It does however have sweetened condensed milk, which you add to the melted chocolate. Hope this answers your question.
Krysten
I recently whipped up a batch of Boozy Bourbon Chocolate Fudge at home, and it was an absolute showstopper! The combination of old-fashioned chocolate fudge with the richness of condensed milk and the kick of Kentucky bourbon was a match made in dessert heaven. Topped with a sprinkle of pink sea salt, it not only looked elegant but the flavors were an irresistible blend of sweet and slightly boozy. This recipe is definitely a keeper, especially for holiday gift-giving – if it lasts long enough before being devoured!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I am so happy you enjoyed this bourbon fudge recipe. Just in time for the holidays. ENJOY!
Enriqueta E Lemoine
I made a tint batch of this fudge. It was my firs time, and I absolutely regret not doubling the recipe. Heavenly decadent! Instead of cookies, this year this will be my homemade presents for coworkers, teachers, and girlfriends. Thank you!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I promise, they will love receiving this fudge for the holidays.
Hayley Dhanecha
These boozy fudges were so delicious. Unique and perfect for a festive treat. Can’t wait to make it again.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Glad you enjoyed this festive holiday fudge.
Moop Brown
This fudge looks super rich and perfect for the Holidays. I like the addition of the salt on top as well.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Homemade fudge is always the best. Happy Holidays.
Susan
This will make a perfect holiday gift for friends this year – especially with the pink Himalayan salt. Oh, and the bourbon…. 🙂
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Your friends will love this fudge as a great holiday food gift.
Dee
You had me at bourbon. Definitely adding this to my holiday menu.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
It is so easy to make and totally delicious to eat. ENJOY!
Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer
Bourbon and fudge in the same bite?! Count me in! This was so creamy and full of flavor! This definitely is getting added to my holiday cookie buffet table!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I promise your guests will love this bourbon fudge.
Mikayla
Oh my Goodness, delicious, fantastic are not sufficient descriptive words. This fudge melts in your mouth and the flavor is the best!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I know right? So much better than store bought fudge.
Amy Liu Dong
It looks so fluffy! I’d love to try this one! I love chocolate, my family actually love chocolates! This is just perfect to us!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Enjoy, this is the perfect treat for the holidays.