Best 11 Irish Cream Fudge Recipes

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Indulge in the velvety richness of Irish cream fudge, a delectable confection that combines the smooth flavors of Irish cream liqueur and creamy fudge. This classic treat is perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations or any occasion that calls for a sweet and boozy indulgence. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create this delightful fudge in the comfort of your own kitchen.

The article offers two variations of Irish cream fudge: a traditional version and a white chocolate version. Both recipes are easy to follow and yield a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth fudge that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. The traditional Irish cream fudge features a rich chocolate flavor complemented by the subtle notes of Irish cream, while the white chocolate version offers a sweeter, creamier taste with a hint of vanilla.

Each recipe includes detailed instructions, cooking times, and serving suggestions to ensure perfect results every time. Whether you prefer the classic chocolate flavor or the sweet creaminess of white chocolate, these Irish cream fudge recipes will surely delight your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

IRISH CREAM TRUFFLE FUDGE



Irish Cream Truffle Fudge image

This is 'wicked good' stuff! This creamy sweet confection will disappear as fast as a wink.

Provided by LETSGGGO

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Irish Cream

Time 1h45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup white chocolate chips
¼ cup butter
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup Irish cream liqueur
1 ½ cups chopped nuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup white chocolate chips
4 tablespoons Irish cream liqueur
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Butter a 8x8 inch pan.
  • In the top half of a double boiler melt the 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips, 1 cup white chocolate chips and 1/4 cup butter until soft enough to stir.
  • Stir in the confectioner's sugar and Irish cream until mixture is smooth. Stir in nuts. Place mixture in the prepared pan and lay a sheet of plastic wrap over top; press and smooth top down.
  • In the top half of a double boiler melt remaining chocolates until soft. Remove from heat and with a fork beat in the butter and Irish cream until smooth. Spread topping over cooled fudge with a knife. If a smooth top is important place plastic wrap over the top. Refrigerate until firm, 1 to 2 hours at least. This fudge can be easily frozen.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 37.4 mg, Sugar 42 g

BAILEYS IRISH COFFEE CREAM FUDGE



Baileys Irish Coffee Cream Fudge image

Irish coffee... only more wonderfully sinful! This fudge recipe is remarkably smooth and creamy with hints of coffee and Baileys Irish Cream. It's really rich. Perfect for any time of year - not just for St. Patrick's Day. We can't wait to make it again!

Provided by Heather M. Baker

Categories     Candies

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 c margarine or butter
3 c sugar
3/4 c evaporated milk
1/3 c Baileys Irish cream
1 Tbsp instant coffee crystals
7 oz jar marshmallow cream
1 pkg vanilla morsels or butterscotch chips, 11 oz
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl, combine Baileys and coffee crystals. Microwave on high for 10 seconds or until melted and dissolved.
  • 2. In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt butter, evaporated milk, sugar, and marshmallow cream.
  • 3. Slowly add the Baileys coffee mixture; stir well.
  • 4. Boil for 5 mins.
  • 5. Remove from heat. Stir in chips and vanilla extract. Stir for approx. 3-4 mins until smooth.
  • 6. Pour into a foil lined 8x8" pan. Chill to set.

DOUBLE FUDGE IRISH CREAM COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Double Fudge Irish Cream Cookies Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, irish cream, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, instant coffee powder, baking soda, salt, white chocolate chip, milk chocolate chips

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Desserts

Yield 9 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter, softened
1 ½ cups sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 tablespoons irish cream
2 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon instant coffee powder
1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup white chocolate chip
½ cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Cream butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla until fluffy.
  • Add in Irish Cream and mix.
  • Add flour, cocoa powder, instant coffee, baking soda and salt and mix until combined.
  • Fold in chocolate chips. Refrigerate dough for 4-6 hours.
  • Roll into balls.
  • Set on a baking sheet. Bake at 350˚F (175˚C) for 10 minutes
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 35 grams

BAILEY'S IRISH CREAM FUDGE



Bailey's Irish Cream Fudge image

A flavored fudge that is Oh s-o-o-o-o good. I usually make this around the Holidays for gifts. Seems as though everyone loves it.

Provided by Colorado Lauralee

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 23m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package milk chocolate chips
3 (6 ounce) packages semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (save the can)
2 teaspoons vanilla
0.75 (14 ounce) milk can Baileys Irish Cream
1/2-3/4 cup nuts

Steps:

  • Melt chips in a glass mixer bowl in the microwave.
  • Add remaining ingredients(except the nuts) and blend.
  • Add the nuts.
  • Pour into a 13" x 9" waxed paper lined pan.
  • Chill & cut into pieces.

IRISH CREAM FUDGE



Irish Cream Fudge image

This delicious treat makes a great gift and family dessert. This recipe makes about 5 pounds of fudge. You wouldn't believe how much people loved this fudge. I have requests for it alot but is rather expensive to make and makes alot but is so easy to make. You can use any kind of Irish Cream you choose. Also nuts are optional and if you choose to add them, any type your like will work well with this recipe.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Candy

Time 30m

Yield 5 POUNDS

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (12 ounce) packages milk chocolate chips
1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 (7 ounce) jars marshmallow cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2/3 cup irish cream (alcoholic beverage such as Baily's Irish Cream)
2 cups of chopped nuts (optional)
4 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1/2 lb butter (1 cup)

Steps:

  • In a very large bowl, combine the 2 packages of milk chocolate chips, the one package of semisweet chocolate chips, both jars of marshmallow cream, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, the Irish Cream, and nuts if you are adding them.
  • Set this mixture aside.
  • Line a 10-x-15-inch pan with foil and spread lightly with butter or margarine.
  • In a medium sized saucepan, combine 4 1/2 cups of granulated sugar, 1 can of evaporated milk, and 1/2 pound of butter.
  • Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat first and then cook slowly, stirring constantly for about 10 minutes.
  • Pour the milk mixture into the very large bowl holding the chocolate chip mixture.
  • Stir slowly by hand to combine.
  • It is very important to do this by hand and NOT use any kind of mixer.
  • Pour the fudge into the prepared pan and chill until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2429.4, Fat 103, SaturatedFat 63.8, Cholesterol 148.6, Sodium 576.9, Carbohydrate 374.2, Fiber 8.7, Sugar 324.3, Protein 18.9

BAILEYS IRISH CREAM FUDGE



Baileys Irish Cream Fudge image

This recipe is not for the wee leprechauns. But, the older leprechauns are sure to enjoy this recipe! The fudge is easy to prepare and turns out super creamy.

Provided by Heather M. Baker

Categories     Chocolate

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

BAILEY'S IRISH CREAM FUDGE
24 oz milk chocolate chips ( 2 - 12 oz pkgs)
12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
14 oz marshmallow cream
2 tsp vanilla extract
2/3 c Baileys Irish cream
4-1/2 c granulated sugar
12 oz evaporated milk
1/2 lb butter or margarine

Steps:

  • 1. In a very large bowl, combine the milk chocolate chips, semi-sweet chips, marshmallow cream, vanilla, and Baileys Irish Cream. Set aside.
  • 2. Line a 10x15" baking pan with foil. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
  • 3. In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, evaporated milk, and butter. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Cook slowly and stir constantly for 10 minutes.
  • 4. Pour the hot mixture into the bowl with the chips. Stir slowly by hand to combine. It is important to do this step by hand NOT with a mixer. Stir for approx. 2-3 minutes.
  • 5. Pour fudge into greased pan and chill to set.

IRISH CREAM FUDGE RECIPE BY TASTY



Irish Cream Fudge Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, brown sugar, golden syrup, double cream, dark chocolate, irish cream, white chocolate

Provided by Ellie Holland

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup butter
2 ¼ cups brown sugar
½ cup golden syrup
1 ¼ cups double cream
1 cup dark chocolate
½ cup irish cream
⅓ cup white chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt the butter, brown sugar, golden syrup, and double cream over a low-medium heat and mix gently until combined.
  • Once combined, place a sugar thermometer into the saucepan and heat the mixture until it reaches 116˚C (240˚F), stirring every now and then.
  • Take off the heat and mix in the dark chocolate and Irish cream.
  • Pour into a baking tin and then pour the white chocolate in the middle.
  • Using a cocktail stick or the handle of a spoon, swirl the white chocolate into the dark chocolate mixture.
  • Chill in the fridge until solid. Cut into squares.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 38 grams

BAILEY'S IRISH COFFEE CREAM FUDGE



Bailey's Irish Coffee Cream Fudge image

Very creamy fudge with the wonderful flavor of Bailey's Irish Cream. A great addition to Christmas cookie and candy trays!

Provided by Raquel Grinnell

Categories     Candy

Time 25m

Yield 1 8x8 pan, 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup butter
3 cups white sugar
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup bailey's irish cream
1 tablespoon instant coffee crystals
7 ounces marshmallow cream
2 cups vanilla or 2 cups butterscotch chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine Bailey's and coffee crystals. Microwave on high for 10 seconds. or until melted and dissolved.
  • In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt butter,evaporated milk, sugar and marshmallow cream. Slowly add the Bailey's coffee mixture; stir well. Boil for 5 minutes
  • Remove from heat and stir in chips and vanilla extract. Stir for approximately 3-4 minutes until smooth. Pour into a foil lined 8x8" pan. Chill to set.

IRISH CREAM DOUBLE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE FUDGE



Irish Cream Double Chocolate Truffle Fudge image

I found this recipe a while ago and decided to share. It is so rich--the recipe originally called for nuts, but honestly you do not need them. This fudge is heavenly and besides, not everyone likes nuts. Of course you may add them by stirring in the fudge mixture or pressing into topping. I hope you enjoy! 8)

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories     Candy

Time 30m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups semisweet chocolate morsels
1 cup white chocolate chips
3 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 cup irish cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate morsel
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, cut to pieces
4 tablespoons irish cream

Steps:

  • To make: Melt the chocolates together, stirring until smooth; remove from burner.
  • Blend in the 2 tbsp butter then Irish cream, beating until smooth.
  • When fudge is even, spread over and chill.
  • Spray a 8-inch square pan with cooking spray, setting aside for now.
  • In a saucepan, melt the chocolate and butter until soft the smooth.
  • You do NOT want to over-heat!
  • Stir mixture.
  • Combine the chocolate mixture with the sugar and cream.
  • Continue stirring until mixture is smooth.
  • Pour mixture into pan.
  • Smooth the top of fudge by laying piece of plastic wrap, pressing carefully and evenly.
  • Prepare the topping as noted above.
  • Evenly spread topping over fudge and chill for a few hours before cutting.

BAILEY'S IRISH AND MARSHMALLOW CREAM FUDGE



Bailey's Irish and Marshmallow Cream Fudge image

A rich, decadent Bailey's cream fudge version that is a wonderful blend of rich dark chocolate, instant dark coffee, marshmallow cream, and Bailey's Irish Cream liqueur.

Provided by c. s.

Categories     Candy

Time 25m

Yield 12 1 inch pieces, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, Whole Foods 365 brand
2 cups granulated sugar, C&H brand
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, Whole Foods 365 brand
1/3 cup liqueur
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules, Starbucks VIA French Roast brand
1 teaspoon salt, Morton's brand
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or 2 cups chocolate pieces, Hershey's brand
7 1/2 ounces marshmallow cream, Kraft brand
1 teaspoon vanilla extract, McCormick brand

Steps:

  • Line an 8X8 dish with foil. Add the chocolate to a large mixing bowl; set aside.
  • In a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, add the butter, sugar, cream, Irish cream liqueur, instant coffee granules and salt. Stir until the sugar and butter melt.
  • Continue to cook the fudge, stirring frequently, until it comes to a boil. Continually scrape sides of the pan to prevent mixture from sticking to them. Once boiling, insert a candy thermometer and cook until it reads 233 degrees Fahrenheit (114 C) on the thermometer. At this point, remove from heat.
  • Once the fudge reaches the desired temperature remove the saucepan from the heat and add to the mixing bowl with the chocolate; add the marshmallow cream. Stir until the chips and marshmallow cream are melted and well blended.
  • Add the vanilla and stir well. Pour the fudge into the prepared pan. Allow it to set at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours; place in refrigerator afterwards.

IRISH CREAM COFFEE FUDGE



Irish Cream Coffee Fudge image

Make and share this Irish Cream Coffee Fudge recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Candy

Time 10m

Yield 3 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter
3 cups sugar
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup irish cream
1 tablespoon instant coffee
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow creme
1 (12 ounce) package vanilla chips
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup chopped hazelnuts

Steps:

  • In a microwave safe cup, cook Irish Cream on HIGH 30 to 45 seconds until hot enough to dissolve the instant coffee.
  • In a large pan or Dutch oven, on medium heat, melt the butter, add sugar, evaporated milk, Irish Cream and coffee mixture, marshmallow creme, then mix well.
  • Bring to a full boil, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla chips until completely melted and mixed thoroughly.
  • Stir in the vanilla, then the hazelnuts until mixed well.
  • Pour into a greased 8-inch square pan and spread evenly.
  • Chill until just set but still easy to cut, cut into 1-inch squares.

Tips:

  • To make the fudge extra creamy, use heavy whipping cream instead of milk.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the fudge by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the fudge forms a soft ball, it is ready.
  • For a boozy fudge, add 1/4 cup of Irish whiskey to the fudge mixture.
  • To make chocolate fudge, add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the fudge mixture.
  • To make peanut butter fudge, add 1/2 cup of peanut butter to the fudge mixture.
  • To make peppermint fudge, add 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the fudge mixture.

Conclusion:

Irish cream fudge is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture and boozy flavor, this fudge is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give Irish cream fudge a try!

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