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 1-½ 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.
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.
Jamie
Wow! This treat recipe looks so delicious and very yummy! A perfect treat for this coming Thanksgiving festivity/ Holiday season! Kids will definitely gonna love and enjoy eating this!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Well I sure hope everyone enjoys this delicious bourbon fudge during the holidays.
Mina
So fudgy and delicious!These make the perfect holiday treat!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Homemade fudge is always a hit during the holidays.
Lisa
My husband and I are bourbon drinkers so we always have some in our liquir cabinet to make this fudge. So decadent. And I am making several batches to give as gifts this Christmas.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
It will be a wonderful food gift for the holidays.ENJOY!
Jean
I love anything with booze in it during the holidays. This was soooo good, should have made a double batch.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Yes making a double batch is a great idea, especially if you plan on giving some away.
Gia
Can this be made with unsweetened chocolate? Has anyone made it less sweet?
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You can for sure give some higher content chocolate a try if you like.
Elizabeth
LOVE fudge, even more so when it’s homemade! Thanks for the delicious recipe!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Homemade fudge is the BEST!
Conchetta P
You had me at Bourbon and Fudge! So delicious. My only mistake was not doubling the batch!
I am going to be gifting these for the Holidays!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I know right, everyone wants this gourmet fudge.
Andréa
These boozy bourbon chocolate fudges were so delicious. I loved the bourbon flavor, perfectly tasty and the bit of salt on top made it divine! Thank you!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
So much better than any fudge you can get at stores. Always a hit during the holidays.
Loreto and Nicoletta
These are absolutely decadent. We better make sure Sant doesn’t have too many of these, or else we may not get our presents! Lol. Great Christmas sweet idea! Thank you! ❤️ 😍
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I agree, be sure to leave some out for Santa too. Happy Holidays.
Gloria
I made this and it is so deliciously boozy – absolutely amazing! Unfortunately, my butter separated out a bit and formed a white layer on top during cooling but it was still delicious!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Well at least it still is delicious….I would for sure eat it anyway LOL!
LL
Made it again. Perfect every time….My MIL and husband requested I make some for Super Bowl…. LOL
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
SO glad you are enjoying this recipe. I will admit, once you make homemade fudge….store-bought does not have a chance. ENJOY!
Christopher
I made several batches of this fudge this year. I used Ghiredelli milk chocolate and Elijah Craig Barrel Proof bourbon and it turned out delicious. Great recipe, very easy and the results are impressive.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
AWESOME….I have made several batches as well. It is a hit as a food gift….people always ask for it.
Coleen
I have a couple questions. Can you use chocolate chips as the chocolate or buy the bar or the wafers? Also, is it sweetened condensed milk or evaporated milk that you use? Hoping to make this today and ship to my parents.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
SWEETENED condensed milk. I have always made it with the bars since I find the quality of the chocolate better.
Cyndi
Hi — My mom requested bourbon fudge for Christmas, and she lives several states away so I will need to send it in the mail. After setting up in the fridge, does this fudge stay firm? I’m wondering if it would hold up ok in the mail, or arrive as a big tin of mush. That probably wouldn’t make mom too happy LOL. Thanks for your help. (If it can’t be mailed I may just have to make it for myself.😉)
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I did send you an email. ENJOY the fudge….and I hope your mom gets some too. Happy Holidays.
LL
Perfect consistency! Can I add more BOURBON for a more pronounced flavor, or will it change the consistency? Great recipe!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You could play with the amount slightly, but too much will for sure change the consistency. ENJOY!
LL
Just made my second batch.( My MIL absconded with most of the first batch. added 3 extra tablespoons of bourbon. Still turned out perfect! OBTW… I made both batches in the microwave… PERFECTION! Thanks Gloria!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
HAHAHA….yeah that does seem to happen. I will be making my batch (or should I say batches) very shortly. Then I have to hide it LOL!!
Dana
Ok so I’m a weirdo. I don’t like to drink bourbon, but I dig it in desserts! I wish I could jump on the bourbon appreciation train when it comes to sipping it, but nope. Not happening. It comes through a good quality chocolate real nicely, though. These are so fudgy and awesome!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH…you are not a weirdo. I don’t drink bourbon either. Use it in recipes…YES!! Hubby is already begging for this fudge. Happy Holidays.
Vickie
Followed recipe exactly. Ended up being a big glob of chocolate. Didn’t set up, couldn’t cut even after being in refrigerator overnight. Stuck to parchment paper, knife, fingers and anything else it came in contact with. Good flavor, just a wad of mush. Very disappointed!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
So sorry to hear this did not turn out for you. Perhaps you could tell me exactly the ingredients you used, and the steps you followed? I know you said you followed the recipe exactly, yet I have never had this problem. In fact, I have made 2 batches this holiday season…one for me and one that I gave away to the neigbhours. I would love to troubleshoot this with you.
LuAnn
Hello. I have a few questions for this recipe. 1st of all. Can I leave out the bourbon? If I do. How much would I increase the amount of vanilla here? Also another quick question. Can this recipe be doubled for a 13×9 baking pan? I like to make desserts in bigger batches without having to use multiple pans. Thanks in advance. So excited to try this for Christmas.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Well, let me say I have only ever made it this way. You can leave out the bourbon and increase the vanilla as much as you like (maybe double). I would perhaps make a batch and a half for that size of pan.
Trish Bozeman
YES! We make homemade food gifts every year for the holidays and I always like switching up one or two things in the batch. This is so perfect with that hit of bourbon and that sprinkle of salt on top. Absolute genius. Happy Holidays, Goria! 🙂
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
I love the salt on top too. Happy Holidays to you and your family.