This decadent double chocolate fudge recipe infused with candied bacon will elevate your dessert game to a whole new level. If you love the amazing combination of sweet and savory, then you are in for a treat! I will guide you through the simple steps to create a rich, gooey fudge that’s packed with chocolate flavor and topped with crispy, sweet bacon.
To start, you’ll need a few key ingredients. Gather the following:
- 1 cup of unsalted butter
- 2 cups of granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup of light brown sugar
Before I explore the fudge preparation, let’s quickly make the candied bacon. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place a wire rack on top. Lay the slices of bacon on the rack, making sure they don’t overlap. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the bacon. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and caramelized. Once out of the oven, set aside the bacon on a paper towel to cool. Once cooled, chop it into small bits to later add to your fudge.
Now, let’s move on to making the fudge. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the granulated sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until well combined. Slowly pour in the sweetened condensed milk while stirring continuously. This is the point where the magic happens, bringing together all your ingredients.
Next, add in the semisweet chocolate chips and keep stirring until they are fully melted and incorporated into your mixture. Once everything is smooth and creamy, remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and a handful of the chopped candied bacon (saving some for the top) for that irresistible sweet-savory blend.
Pour the finished fudge mixture into a prepared baking dish lined with parchment paper. Spread it evenly and smooth the top with a spatula. For the finishing touch, sprinkle the remaining candied bacon on top, gently pressing it into the fudge.
Allow your fudge to cool at room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator to firm up for about 2-3 hours. Once set, cut it into squares and savor the combination of chocolatey goodness with the delightful crunch and sweetness of the bacon. Your double chocolate fudge with candied bacon will be a hit at any gathering, and trust me, your friends and family will thank you for this delicious creation!
Double Chocolate Fudge with Candied Bacon
Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 slices of bacon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the bacon strips on it.
- Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the bacon.
- Bake the bacon for 15-20 minutes, or until crispy. Remove from the oven and let cool, then chop into small pieces.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove from heat and fold in half of the chopped candied bacon.
- Pour the fudge mixture into a lined 8×8 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining chopped candied bacon on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Cut into squares and serve.
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