Salted Butterscotch Fudge
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Salted Butterscotch Fudge
Description
Salted Butterscotch Fudge blends melted butterscotch chips and whipped cream cheese frosting into a smooth mixture that sets into a creamy, firm fudge. The coarse sea salt sprinkled on top enhances the sweetness with a contrasting salty note. This fudge is prepared by melting the chips carefully to prevent seizing, then mixing in the liquefied frosting before setting it in the refrigerator to cool and firm. When set, it's cut into bite-size squares with clean edges.
The texture is rich and creamy due to the frosting, while the butterscotch gives a gentle caramel flavor. The salt intensifies the overall taste, creating a sweet-savory balance uncommon in traditional fudge recipes. This dessert is meant to be stored and served chilled to maintain its texture, as it becomes too soft at room temperature.
Salted Butterscotch Fudge works well as a snack, dessert, or a special treat to share. It pairs nicely with coffee or tea and can be presented on dessert trays or wrapped as gifts. The size and thickness can be adjusted by choosing a different pan size, and the salt type can be varied for different finishing touches.
Storage is important: keep it refrigerated in a sealed container for up to two weeks, or freeze the pieces for up to two months. To get smooth slices, use a warm sharp knife and consider trimming edges if desired. Toasted pecans can be added for crunch either inside the fudge or sprinkled on top before chilling.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces butterscotch chips (2 cups)
- 14 ounces cream cheese frosting Recommend Duncan Hines, whipped
- 1 tablespoon sea salt or finishing salt of your choice, coarse
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
- Place the butterscotch chips in a medium bowl and microwave at 50% power for 2 minutes pausing every 30 seconds to stir the chips. Continue until smooth and creamy.
- Remove the top of the frosting package and microwave it for 45 seconds or until liquified.
- Pour the frosting into the melted chips and stir until well combined.
- Pour the butterscotch and frosting mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the top of the fudge with coarse sea salt.
- Cover the pan and place it in the refrigerator for 3 hours or until set.
- Slice into 1-inch squares.
Notes
- Use a high quality brand of butterscotch chips and whipped cream cheese frosting for best results.
- Stir the butterscotch chips frequently while melting them at reduced microwave power to avoid seizing.
- Choose your preferred coarse finishing salt such as sea salt, Pink Himalayan, Maldon, or Black Hawaiian for topping.
- Chill the fudge thoroughly in the refrigerator before slicing to maintain firmness; it does not keep well at room temperature.
- For thicker fudge, use a smaller pan to pour the mixture.
- Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze cut squares for up to two months.
- Use a warm, sharp knife to slice the fudge cleanly and trim edges if desired.
- Add chopped, toasted pecans to the fudge mix or sprinkle on top before chilling for added texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 32servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 93 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2squares | |
| Calories | 93kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 283mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 11IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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