Description

A creamy, festive holiday fudge made with white chocolate, marshmallow creme, and tart dried cranberries. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for gifting, sharing at parties, or enjoying by the fire.

Ingredients

2 cups granulated sugar

¾ cup full‑fat sour cream

½ cup unsalted butter

½ teaspoon fine sea salt

1 cup white chocolate chips (or 6 oz chopped white chocolate)

7 oz marshmallow creme (about one jar)

1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract

5 oz dried cranberries

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Instructions

Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with foil and lightly grease it.
In a heavy saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, sour cream, butter, and salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently, and cook until it reaches 238°F (soft-ball stage) using a candy thermometer.
Remove from heat and stir in the white chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
Add the marshmallow creme and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture is glossy and uniform.
Fold in the dried cranberries.
Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours until firm.
Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Swap cranberries for dried cherries or chopped dried apricots for variation.

Add ½ to 1 cup chopped pistachios or pecans for crunch.

Use almond or orange extract instead of vanilla for a different flavor.

Drizzle melted dark chocolate on top before chilling for extra richness.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square
Calories: 197
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg