Best 5 Black Forest Fudge Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Black Forest Fudge, a harmonious blend of rich chocolate, sweet cherries, and a hint of Kirschwasser, capturing the essence of the classic Black Forest cake in a velvety fudge form. This luxurious confection offers a symphony of flavors and textures, promising an unforgettable taste experience. With three enticing recipes to choose from, this article caters to every chocolate lover's desire. The Classic Black Forest Fudge embodies the traditional flavors, while the White Chocolate Black Forest Fudge adds a touch of elegance with its creamy white chocolate base. For those seeking a boozy delight, the Black Forest Fudge with Kirschwasser elevates the indulgence with a generous splash of Kirschwasser, adding a delightful complexity to the fudge. Regardless of your preference, these Black Forest Fudge recipes guarantee a sweet escape into a world of chocolatey bliss.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLACK FOREST FUDGE



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A friend who loves black forest cake was the inspiration for this fudge recipe.

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories     Candies

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 c white chocolate
7 oz marshmallow cream
3/4 c butter, unsalted
1 c sugar
3/4 c heavy cream
pinch kosher salt
1 Tbsp cherry or black cherry flavored gelatin
1/2 c dried cherries
10 oz dark chocolate

Steps:

  • 1. In large saucepan, melt butter with sugar, cream and pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Once boiling, set timer for 5 minutes and add in cherry gelatin.
  • 2. After 5 minutes remove from heat. In mixing bowl, add white chocolate and marshmallow cream. Pour hot mixture over this and beat with a whisk until smooth and creamy and all chocolate is melted. Fold in dried cherries.
  • 3. Pour in a parchment paper lined 9-inch square pan. Pour melted dark chocolate over cherry fudge and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Cut into squares and enjoy!

BLACK FOREST FUDGE



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The candy gets its name from the popular German cake flavored with chocolate and cherries. Place the fudge in paper candy cups and present it in pretty boxes tied with silk ribbon and holly sprigs. From Bon Appetit The Christmas Season. I noticed that several of the reviews had a little trouble with it setting up properly and said that they would make it in a 9x9-inch pan rather than a loaf pan. Times do not include chilling time.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Candy

Time 40m

Yield 24 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened) or 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup marshmallow creme
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup cherry preserves
1/3 cup whipping cream
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
2/3 cup dried tart cherry (about 3 ounces)
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Line 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan with foil.
  • Place first 4 ingredients in medium metal bowl.
  • Mix sugar, condensed milk, cherry preserves, whipping cream, 1/3 cup water and butter in heavy medium saucepan.
  • Stir over medium-low heat until butter melts and sugar dissolves, occasionally brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush to dissolve sugar crystals.
  • Add dried cherries.
  • Attach candy thermometer to side of pan.
  • Increase heat to medium-high.
  • Boil until thermometer registers 230°F, stirring constantly but slowly and tilting pan if necessary to submerge bulb of thermometer, about 17 minutes.
  • 2. Immediately pour hot syrup over chocolate mixture in bowl (do not scrape pan).
  • Using wooden spoon, stir vigorously until chocolate melts and fudge thickens slightly but still remains glossy, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer fudge to prepared pan; smooth top.
  • Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
  • Chill until firm, about 3 hours.
  • 3. Lift fudge from pan, using foil as aid.
  • Fold down foil.
  • Trim edges of fudge.
  • Cut fudge into 24 pieces. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Refrigerate in airtight container.)
  • Let stand 30 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.9, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 11.8, Sodium 16.4, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 20.7, Protein 0.9

BLACK FOREST TRIFLE



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A trifle layered in a glass bowl that makes a beautiful display. Rich, yet light. Simple, yet still impressive and colorful. I've made it several times for family holidays and it is always a hit!

Provided by BRENDAJST

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Trifle Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 ounce) package frozen pound cake, thawed and cut into cubes
2 (21 ounce) cans cherry pie filling
1 (12 ounce) jar hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed
4 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Put about half of the pound cake cubes into the bottom of a glass trifle bowl; top with 1 can cherry pie filling, half of the hot fudge, and 2 cups whipped topping. Repeat layers.
  • Drizzle some of the hot fudge over the top layer of whipped topping. Dollop small amounts of the cherry pie filling decoratively over the whipped topping.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.3 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 152.9 mg, Sugar 18.9 g

BLACK FOREST CHOCOLATE TORTE



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If you're thinking about pulling out all the stops for a dessert that says wow, look no further. This cherry-crowned beauty-stacked layers of chocolate cake and cream filling-will have everyone talking. -Doris Grotz, York, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

2/3 cup butter, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/4 cups water
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
CHOCOLATE FILLING:
6 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
WHIPPED CREAM:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups sliced almonds, toasted
1 cup cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 4 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease parchment., Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in water just until blended. , In a microwave, melt unsweetened chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in vanilla. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with chocolate mixture, beating after each addition. Divide batter among prepared pans., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., For chocolate filling, melt chocolate in a microwave; stir until smooth. Stir in butter until blended. Stir in almonds., For whipped cream, in a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form., To assemble, place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1/3 cup chocolate filling and 1 cup whipped cream. Repeat layers twice. Top with the remaining cake and chocolate filling. , Spread remaining whipped cream over sides of cake. Press almonds onto sides. Spoon pie filling over top of cake. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calories, Fat 41g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BLACK FOREST FUDGE



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Categories     Candy     Chocolate     Fruit     Christmas     Kid-Friendly     Cherry     Chill     Edible Gift     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes 24 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup marshmallow creme
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup cherry preserves
1/3 cup whipping cream
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2/3 cup dried tart cherries (about 3 ounces)
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Line 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan with foil. Place first 4 ingredients in medium metal bowl. Mix sugar, condensed milk, cherry preserves, whipping cream, 1/3 cup water and butter in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over medium-low heat until butter melts and sugar dissolves, occasionally brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush to dissolve sugar crystals. Add dried cherries. Attach candy thermometer to side of pan. Increase heat to medium-high. Boil until thermometer registers 230°F, stirring constantly but slowly and tilting pan if necessary to submerge bulb of thermometer, about 17 minutes.
  • Immediately pour hot syrup over chocolate mixture in bowl (do not scrape pan). Using wooden spoon, stir vigorously until chocolate melts and fudge thickens slightly but still remains glossy, about 3 minutes. Transfer fudge to prepared pan; smooth top. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Chill until firm, about 3 hours.
  • Lift fudge from pan, using foil as aid. Fold down foil. Trim edges of fudge. Cut fudge into 24 pieces. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Refrigerate in airtight container.) Let stand 30 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of your chocolate will have a big impact on the flavor of your fudge. Choose a chocolate that is at least 70% cacao.
  • Don't overcook the fudge: Fudge is done when it reaches 238 degrees Fahrenheit on a candy thermometer. If you overcook it, it will become grainy and crumbly.
  • Let the fudge cool completely before cutting it: This will help the fudge to set properly and prevent it from becoming crumbly.
  • Store the fudge in an airtight container in a cool, dry place: Fudge can be stored for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

Black Forest fudge is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and cherry filling, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give Black Forest fudge a try.

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