Chocolate Orange Fudge Recipe

This ridiculously easy recipe creates the BEST chocolate orange fudge you'll ever taste! A blue-ribbon winner at the county fair (peppermint variation!), it's so simple even teenagers can master it. Fresh orange zest is key – avoid the bitter white pith! Feel free to omit the pecans for a classic chocolate orange treat. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 137.2 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.5 (68 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Orange Fudge

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How to Make Chocolate Orange Fudge

  1. Line an 8x8x2-inch baking pan with lightly buttered waxed paper or aluminum foil, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the fudge later.
  2. In a medium heatproof bowl, combine 2 cups (24 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 (14-ounce) can of sweetened condensed milk.
  3. Melt the chocolate chips and condensed milk using a double boiler or in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring until smooth and creamy. (Microwave method: Stir every 30 seconds to prevent scorching).
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional) and 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest. Avoid the bitter white pith!
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely firm.
  7. Lift the fudge from the pan using the foil or waxed paper overhang.
  8. Cut into squares and serve. Store covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

20g

Carbs

6g