The 5 Minute Fudge Wreath is a delightful treat that captures the spirit of the holidays in just a few minutes. With its rich chocolate and butterscotch flavors, topped with festive decorations, it’s a perfect centerpiece for your holiday gatherings.
For those with nut allergies, walnuts can be omitted or replaced with sunflower seeds. Using dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet can enhance the fudge’s richness. If you’re looking for a festive touch, feel free to mix in different dried fruits or candies according to your taste and availability.
Fudge & Candy
5 Minute Fudge Wreath Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 8 ounces walnuts, plus more for topping
- 1/2 cup raisins or 1/2 cup fruit, candied red and green cherries, or green and red M&Ms
Instructions
- Grease a round cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Wrap the empty can in saran wrap and place it in the center of the pan.
- In a saucepan, combine 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup of butterscotch chips, 14 ounces of sweetened condensed milk, and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
- Heat the mixture on low until it melts, stirring consistently to avoid burning.
- Once melted, add in 1/2 cup of raisins and 8 ounces of walnuts, stirring until well blended.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the cake pan around the can, ensuring the can remains centered.
- Leave the top bumpy for a rustic look.
- For decoration, cut green candied cherries in half and arrange red and green cherries or M&Ms on top to create holly.
- If using M&Ms, cut the green ones in half using a pill splitter for leaves, making sure the red ones have the ‘M’ visible.
- Place the fudge in the fridge until it cools and hardens.
- Once set, remove it from the pan and wrap it in cellophane for gifting.
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