Rich and creamy homemade Eggnog Fudge with a sprinkling of nutmeg for that classic holiday flavor. This is such a simple and festive treat for the holiday season.

Stack of eggnog fudge.
Eggnog Fudge

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Making fudge during the holidays is a must. It’s perfect to serve at parties, and of course, who doesn’t appreciate a gift of creamy fudge? You can count me in for a gift of candy any time.

This easy eggnog fudge uses simple ingredients and takes minutes to make for an indulgent bite of homemade candy goodness.

Dark chocolate fudgy treats

Another easy fudge recipe to try is this Dark Chocolate Peppermint Fudge. It’s two lovely layers of chocolate with lots of crunchy peppermint candies.

And because I am a candy and chocolate lover, these Irish Creme Truffles are one of my indulgent treats, and they only take five ingredients.

Ingredients

  • Eggnog – use store-bought eggnog or homemade.
  • White chocolate chips – I used the Ghirardelli brand or a white chocolate candy bar.
  • Marshmallow creme or marshmallow fluff
  • Butter
  • Sugar
  • Ground nutmeg
  • Salt
  • Rum extract
Eggnog fudge ingredients in glass bowls.
Fudge ingredients

Let’s make fudge

Step 1. Line an 8 x 8-inch square pan with parchment paper. Using scissors, cut the corners of the parchment paper, then guide the pieces of parchment behind one another to fit into the pan.

Fudge tip ~

Lining the pan with parchment paper allows you to remove the fudge for easier slicing and pan clean-up easily.

Step 2. Combine the sugar, butter, eggnog, and salt in a medium-sized saucepan.

Step 3. Bring this mixture to a full boil of medium-high heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Insert a candy thermometer into the pan and continue boiling for about 8 minutes until the thermometer reaches 230 degrees F.

Sugar, butter and eggnog in a saucepan.
The sugar, butter and eggnog
Boiling the eggnog candy mixture.
Bringing to a boil

Step 4. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the white chocolate chips and nutmeg until the mixture is smooth.

Step 5. Stir in the marshmallow cream and rum extract, then stir until combined.

White chocolate chips in eggnog.
Add the white chocolate chips
Marshmallow fluff in a saucepan.
Stir in the marshmallow creme

Step 6. Pour the fudge into the prepared pan then sprinkle some nutmeg on top of the fudge. Let cool to room temperature for about one hour.

Eggnog fudge in a square pan.
A simple eggnog fudge recipe

Step 7. Once cooled, set the pan in the refrigerator to finish setting up.

Step 8. When ready to serve, pull the fudge out of the pan, cut it into 24 squares, or make smaller pieces. I have cut this into 48 squares, too.

Eggnog fudge stacked on a tray.
Enjoy a slice of fudge

This is the perfect Christmas-time fudge recipe with authentic eggnog flavor. Bake this tasty Eggnog Pound Cake for another nutmeg-flavored dessert.

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FAQ’s

How to keep fudge from being gritty.

This happens when the sugar is not cooked enough. Make sure to boil this fudge to 230 degrees F. and stir continuously.

How to Store Fudge

In the fridge – Cut the fudge then stack the slices between pieces of parchment paper and store in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 – 3 weeks.

In the freezer – You can freeze fudge, place it in an airtight freezer-safe container, then freeze it for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, let the fudge thaw in the refrigerator.

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Eggnog Fudge

Jere’ Cassidy
Creamy Eggnog Fudge with marshmallow creme is made with real eggnog and nutmeg for the classic flavor.
5 from 17 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Candy
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 198 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Line an 8 inch by 8 inch dish with parchment paper. Cut the corners of the parchment paper, then slide the cut ends behind one another to fit into the pan.
  • In a medium-sized saucepan add the butter, sugar, and eggnog. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium heat stirring constantly.
  • Insert a candy thermometer into the saucepan and bring the candy mixture to 230 degrees F. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon to keep the mixture from burning. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the white chocolate and nutmeg and stir until the chocolate has melted.
  • Stir in the marshmallow creme and the rum extract until totally combined.
  • Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and sprinkle with more nutmeg.
  • Let cool at room temperature for about an hour, then place the pan in the fridge overnight (7-8 hours) to set.
  • Remove the fudge from the pan by pulling up on the parchment paper and with a sharp chef's knife cut the fudge into 24 squares, or feel free to cut into smaller squares.
  • Store any leftover fudge in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

You can freeze this fudge –
  • Fudge can be frozen for several months, just place the slices between pieces of parchment paper and store them in a freezer container.  
  • When ready to serve, let the fudge defrost in the refrigerator for a couple of hours.
What kind of white chocolate can you use –
  • You can use white chocolate chips or you can chop up a white chocolate candy bar. 
  • Candy melts do not work for this recipe.
 
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Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 16mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 138IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 0.1mg
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One Comment

  1. Have you tried this with regular chocolate chips? I love eggnog but not a big white chocolate fan.
    Thank you!

5 from 17 votes (17 ratings without comment)

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