Festive Chocolate Butterscotch Fudge Wreath
This delightful Festive Chocolate Butterscotch Fudge Wreath combines the rich flavors of semisweet chocolate and butterscotch, resulting in a sweet treat that melts in your mouth. Inspired by Rachael Ray's 30 Minute Meals, this easy-to-follow recipe allows you to create a stunning holiday centerpiece that will wow your guests. With its beautiful wreath shape and vibrant garnishes, this fudge is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it perfect for gifting or serving at parties. Best of all, it's simple enough for even novice cooks to master, ensuring that everyone can make a delicious confection to be proud of this holiday season.
20
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
semisweet chocolate morsels
12 ounces (none)
butterscotch chips
9 ounces (none)
sweetened condensed milk
14 ounces (none)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
walnut halves
8 ounces (none)
currants
1/2 cup (optional, a couple of handfuls)
candied red cherries
for garnish (cut into holly shapes)
green glazed cherries
for garnish (cut into holly shapes)
Instructions
1
Lightly grease an 8-inch cake pan with softened butter to prevent sticking.
2
Place a heavy-bottomed pot on the stove and preheat it over low heat.
3
Add the semisweet chocolate morsels and butterscotch chips to the pot, followed by the sweetened condensed milk.
4
Stir continuously until the chocolate and butterscotch chips are completely melted and combined with the milk, creating a smooth mixture.
5
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
6
Fold in the walnut halves and currants, mixing well to distribute evenly throughout the chocolate mixture.
7
Take the emptied sweetened condensed milk can and cover it with plastic food wrap. Center this can in the greased cake pan.
8
Spoon the fudge mixture around the covered can in the cake pan, using a spatula to smooth the surface while ensuring the can remains centered.
9
Work quickly to garnish the fudge with cut candied red and green cherries to create a 'holly' appearance. Do this within the first couple of minutes before the fudge sets.
10
Let the fudge chill in the refrigerator until firm, which usually takes about 1 to 2 hours.
11
When ready to serve, carefully remove the can from the center of the fudge and slice it very thin, as this fudge is rich and a little goes a long way.
12
(Optional) For a finishing touch, tie a fabric bow around the center of the wreath before presenting it.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Festive Chocolate Butterscotch Fudge Wreath?
It is a rich holiday confection that combines semisweet chocolate and butterscotch flavors, shaped into a decorative wreath.
How many servings does this fudge recipe yield?
This recipe produces approximately 20 servings.
What are the main flavor components of the fudge?
The primary flavors are semisweet chocolate and butterscotch.
What inspired this specific recipe?
The recipe was inspired by Rachael Ray's 30 Minute Meals.
What type of pan is required for this recipe?
You will need an 8-inch cake pan.
How should I prepare the cake pan to prevent sticking?
Lightly grease the 8-inch cake pan with softened butter before beginning.
What heating method is recommended for melting the chips?
Place a heavy-bottomed pot on the stove and preheat it over low heat to melt the chocolate and butterscotch chips.
What type of chocolate is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 12 ounces of semisweet chocolate morsels.
How much butterscotch is needed?
You will need 9 ounces of butterscotch chips.
What acts as the binding agent for the fudge?
A 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk is used as the binder.
When should the vanilla extract be added?
Stir in the vanilla extract after the pot has been removed from the heat.
What types of nuts and fruit are mixed into the fudge?
The recipe includes 8 ounces of walnut halves and a 1/2 cup of currants.
How do you create the wreath shape without a special mold?
Center an emptied sweetened condensed milk can (covered in plastic wrap) in the middle of the cake pan and spoon the fudge around it.
How should the center can be prepared?
The emptied sweetened condensed milk can should be covered with plastic food wrap.
How is the fudge garnished for a festive look?
Use cut candied red cherries and green glazed cherries to create a 'holly' appearance on the surface.
How quickly must the garnish be applied?
Garnish the fudge within the first couple of minutes before it begins to set.
How long should the fudge chill in the refrigerator?
It needs to chill until firm, which typically takes about 1 to 2 hours.
What is the serving recommendation for this fudge?
Because the fudge is very rich, it is recommended to slice it very thin.
Can beginners make this recipe?
Yes, it is described as a simple recipe that even novice cooks can master.
Are the currants mandatory?
The recipe lists the 1/2 cup of currants as optional.
How do you remove the center can after chilling?
Carefully lift the can out of the center of the firm fudge before slicing.
Is there a recommended decorative touch for presentation?
You can optionally tie a fabric bow around the center of the wreath before serving.
What total number of ingredients is used?
The recipe uses 8 distinct ingredients.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include fudge, candy, christmas, holiday treat, dessert, easy recipe, chocolate, butterscotch, party food, and gifts from the kitchen.
How should the ingredients be stirred during melting?
Stir continuously to ensure the chips are completely melted and combined with the milk into a smooth mixture.
What should be done after removing the pot from the heat?
First stir in the vanilla extract, then fold in the walnut halves and currants.
Is this fudge suitable for gifting?
Yes, its visual appeal and delicious flavor make it perfect for gifting or serving at holiday parties.
What is the preparation for the candied red cherries?
The candied red cherries should be cut into holly shapes for garnish.
What is the preparation for the green glazed cherries?
The green glazed cherries should be cut into holly shapes to accompany the red cherries.
How is the fudge surface smoothed?
Use a spatula to smooth the surface as you spoon the mixture into the pan around the center can.