Best 8 Candy Bar Fudge Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our enticing collection of candy bar fudge recipes! Embark on a culinary journey to create delectable fudge variations inspired by your favorite candy bars. From the classic Snickers to the irresistible Reese's and the beloved Milky Way, these recipes transform beloved candy bars into velvety, rich, and creamy fudge. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with each bite of these homemade treats.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CANDY BAR FUDGE



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My manager at work, who knows I like to try new treat recipes, shared this one with me. I've made this chewy and chocolaty fudge many times since. Packed with nuts and caramel, it's like a candy bar. Everyone who's tried it loves it. -Lois Freeman, Oxford, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2-3/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup whole milk
3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
30 caramels, unwrapped
1 tablespoon water
2 cups salted peanuts
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, cocoa, brown sugar and milk. Microwave on high until mixture boils, about 2 minutes. Stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Pour into a greased 8-in. square dish. , In another microwave-safe bowl, heat caramels and water on high until melted, about 75 seconds. Stir in peanuts; spread over chocolate layer. Microwave chocolate chips on high until melted, about 30 seconds; spread over caramel layer. Chill until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CANDY BAR FUDGE



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This fudge was included in my Christmas treats that I took to the teachers at school. It was the first to be gone, and I had lots of requests for the recipe!

Provided by PATTY STOCKTON

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Milk Chocolate

Time 2h30m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup butter
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup milk
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
30 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
1 tablespoon water
2 cups salted peanuts
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, cocoa powder, brown sugar and milk. Microwave until mixture boils. Stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract. Pour into prepared pan.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave caramels and water until caramels melt. Stir in peanuts. Spread mixture over chocolate layer.
  • In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine semisweet and milk chocolate chips; microwave until melted. Spread over caramel layer. Chill for 2 hours, or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 124.1 mg, Sugar 24.6 g

CANDY-BAR FUDGE



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This is a recipe that I found years ago and it was made with Milky Way® bars and I changed it. I have used Snickers®, 3 Musketeers®, Milky Way®, etc. My kids love this.

Provided by Jennifer Griffin Lord

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Chocolate

Time 1h40m

Yield 84

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 (2.07 ounce) candy bars
2 teaspoons butter for greasing, or as needed
3 cups white sugar
¾ cup butter
⅔ cup evaporated milk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place candy bars into freezer for about 10 minutes to firm; slice 1/2-inch to 3/4-inch thick.
  • Line a 9-inch square baking dish with aluminum foil amd grease with butter.
  • Heat sugar, 3/4 cup butter, and evaporated milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring to melt butter and dissolve sugar. Bring mixture to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, until a candy thermometer inserted into the middle of the syrup reads 234 degrees F (110 degrees C), 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir chocolate chips into syrup until melted and smooth. Stir marshmallow cream and vanilla extract into mixture to make a smooth fudge.
  • Spread half the fudge into the prepared dish and layer the candy bar pieces over the fudge; pour remaining fudge on top of candy bars. Let cool to room temperature before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 5.7 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 27.1 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

FUDGE WITH CANDY BAR BITS



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Bonnie Ayars teaches family and consumer science in Mechanicsburg, Ohio and says this simple but scrumptious fudge is a hit with her high school students. Best of all, with only 5 ingredients, it couldn't be easier to make! BONNIE'S TIP: "This recipe can be made with the candy bar of your choice. Snickers, Milky Way and Heath Bars make delicious variations."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 1-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon butter
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate fudge frosting
2 Snickers candy bars (2.07 ounces each), cut into 1/4-inch chunks, divided

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with butter; set aside. , In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate and butterscotch chips; stir until smooth. Stir in frosting and half of the candy bar pieces. Spread into prepared pan. Sprinkle with remaining candy bar pieces. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until set. , Cut fudge with a heart-shaped cookie cutter. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 30mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

RICH CANDY BAR FUDGE



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"I created this recipe to duplicate a delightful rich fudge I tried in a shop while visiting our daughter," explains Mary Lou Bridge of Taylor Ridge, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 4 pounds (about 7 dozen).

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 Snickers candy bars (2.07 ounces each)
3 cups sugar
3/4 cup butter, cubed
2/3 cup evaporated milk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. square pan with foil. Butter the foil and set pan aside. Cut candy bars into 1/2-in. slices; set aside. , In a heavy saucepan, bring sugar, butter and milk to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft-ball stage), about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in chocolate chips, marshmallow creme and vanilla until smooth. , Pour half into prepared pan. Sprinkle with candy bar slices. Top with remaining chocolate mixture and spread evenly. Let stand at room temperature to cool. Lift out of pan and remove foil. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 23mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CANDY BAR FUDGE



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Make and share this Candy Bar Fudge recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     Candy

Time 16m

Yield 2 1/2 pounds, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup cocoa
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup milk
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
30 caramel candies, unwrapped
2 tablespoons water
2 cups unsalted peanuts
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high for 3 minutes or until mixture boils, stirring after one minute. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla; pour into a buttered 8x8" baking dish and set aside.
  • Heat caramels and water in another microwave-safe bowl on high 2 minutes or until melted, stirring after 1 minute; stir in peanuts. Spread over chocolate mixture; set aside.
  • Microwave chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl on high 1 minute, stirring until melted. Pour evenly over caramel layer. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into squares.

CANDY BAR FUDGE REINDEER



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This sweet butterscotch and peanut butter delight is as cute as a button. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon butter
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups (12 ounces) butterscotch chips
1 cup (6 ounces) peanut butter chips
2 Snickers candy bars (2.07 ounces each), chopped
3/4 cup red and green milk chocolate M&M's
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
M&M's minis and miniature pretzels

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. square baking pan with foil. Grease foil with butter; set aside., Combine milk and chips in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir. Cook 30-60 seconds longer, stirring every 30 seconds, or until chips are melted. Stir in candy bars, M&M's and vanilla. Transfer to prepared pan. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., Lift fudge out of pan using foil. Gently peel off foil; cut fudge into 3-inch rows. Cut each row into eight triangles. Gently press M&M's minis into fudge for eyes and mouth; press in pretzels for antlers. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

CANDY BAR FUDGE



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Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/4 packed brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
3-1/2 cups confectioners sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
30 caramels, unwrapped
1 tablespoon water
2 cups salted peanuts
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, cocoa, brown sugar and milk. Microwave on high until mixture boils, about 2 minutes. Stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Pour into a greased 8 inch dish. In another microwave-safe bowl, heat caramels and water on high for 1-1/4 minutes or until melted. Stir in peanuts; spread over chocolate layer. Microwave chocolate chips on high for 30 seconds or until melted; spread over caramel layer. Chill until firm.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help to prevent the fudge from scorching.
  • Don't overcook the fudge: The fudge is done when it reaches 234°F (112°C) on a candy thermometer. If you overcook it, it will become grainy.
  • Let the fudge cool completely before cutting it: This will help to prevent it from crumbling.
  • Store the fudge in an airtight container: This will help to keep it fresh for up to two weeks.
  • Get creative with your toppings: You can add chopped nuts, sprinkles, or even bacon bits to your fudge. Experiment and have fun!

Conclusion:

Candy bar fudge is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious fudge that everyone will love. So next time you have a sweet tooth, give candy bar fudge a try. You won't be disappointed!

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