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.
Decadent 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-ยฝ 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 ยพ 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.
Need 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.
Peg
I bought the ingredients. The recipe calls for condensed milk and NOT SWEETENED condensed milk. I’m getting ready to make this recipe according to exact instructions so I want to be certain that condensed milk is accurate. Can this be confirmed?
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Hey Peg…I did send you an email….and you have responded back. So glad you know can make this delicious fudge.
peggy
Thank you for the clarification!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
You are so welcome. ENJOY the fudge.
Denise
I have the same question…really want to make this recipe but not sure if I use condensed or sweetened condensed milk. Thanks.
Denise
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
In Canada it is ONLY called condensed milk…and it is sweetened. I will go in can revise the recipe to help with the confusion. Enjoy the fudge, I am making some this weekend too.
Sean@Diversivore
I’m with you – I LOVE good homemade gifts. And given that I adore food and I prefer not to clutter my relatively small home too much, I’m especially fond of homemade food gifts! There’s something truly delightful about receiving someone’s carefully crafted culinary creation! As for your fudge – well, I’m all in favour of mixing chocolate and bourbon, and I think the final salty touch is a perfect choice. Thanks for the inspiration, and happy holidays!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Happy holidays to you as well. Hope you have time to make some of this fudge, even just for yourself. I know Santa will be visiting your young family. He would love some too.
Lisa
The jolt of bourbon in your fudge recipe makes me think we must have been separated at birth. I love chocolate and sweets, but I’m constantly looking for ways to introduce spirits to those recipes. This is pure genius — I think I’d fight your husband over one or two of those glorious bites. Great recipe.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Hubby is already asking WHEN am I making this for the Christmas treat tray!! Happy Holidays.
Marisa F. Stewart
This year I made your fudge and it tasted as great as you said it would. So chocolatey and creamy, the fudge almost melts in your mouth. I also sprinkled a bit of salt on top. The perfect finishing touch. I have to admit though, my squares aren’t quite as symmetrical as yours. I’ll have to practice some more with another batch of fudge.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH….well mine don’t always turn out so symmetrical….I wanted nice photos LOL!!
Donna
Aren’t homemade gifts just the best! This one is so easy and the flavour is just to die for, love the sneaky adult ingredients too for something a bit different!!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
This is always a hit whenever I take it along to a party.
Emma Groves
Hi,
I made this today and whilst it tastes delicious it is too soft and gooey to cut into squares. Is there a way to firm it up please, Emma
Homemade & Yummy
If you did not place it in the fridge to harden (for a least 2 hours) it will be soft. Check step 7 in the instructions. Hope this helps.
Ruthy
This sounds just delicious! Going to have a go for Christmas ๐
Homemade & Yummy
YES…this is the perfect sweet for the holidays. ENJOY!
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much for including my recipe in your wonderful roundup. I will be sure to share.
Lois. O
This sounds absolutely divine! I have a sweet tooth and yes I will be putting these on my to try list! I might change up the bourbon and try it with something not as alcoholic (any ideas?) just to cater to my alcohol-averse friends. I don’t drink personally but some alcohol in my dishes and sweets is absolutely welcome!
Homemade & Yummy
I think rum would work great, or even orange or cherry liquors would be good too.
Jessica Robinson
This fudge looks absolutely sinful. Thanks for sharing! You had me at Bourbon!
Homemade & Yummy
It is sinful….but oh so worth it.
Amanda
Bourbon, chocolate, and sea salt are a match made in heaven! Iโd have to make a double batchโone to give and one to keep!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes….I need to make another batch as well. It has been a hit here.
Ashima
I want to be gifted a box of these delicious treats! I am visiting my sister currently and I think I will try making the fudge tomorrow. Will have to skip the alcohol because there are too many kids but I am sure everyone will be super happy. They look so gooey and absolute pick me ups!
Thanks for sharing
Homemade & Yummy
This is so easy to make…and even without the added alcohol it will be delicious.
Amanda Mason
This looks REALLY good! I love how you topped it off with your sea salt! Beautiful! Fudge is so perfect around the holiday season!!! I love the add of bourbon!!
Homemade & Yummy
Funny how that little bit of salt makes such a difference.
Jillian
Bourbon and chocolate in a fudge! Yes please, I am making this for sure as gifts for my neighbors.
Homemade & Yummy
They will love it for sure.
Leslie
I’m the same as your husband – I ALWAYS have room for dessert, especially something like this! YUM!
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH…well enjoy. Happy Holidays.