Almond Cherry Fudge

Total Time:Prep: 20 min. + chilling

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Shellie Tucker, Hendersonvlle, Tennessee

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Oct. 19, 2022

Cooked in the microwave, this fast fudge is a sweet addition to any holiday gathering. I make it when I need a quick treat for a school party or to take to a neighbor. —Shellie Tucker, Hendersonvlle, Tennessee

TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Almond Cherry Fudge

Yield:about 1 pound
Prep:20 min

Ingredients

  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup red candied cherries, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
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Directions

  1. Line an 8-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil; set aside. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and milk on high for about 1 minute; stir. Microwave in additional 10- to 20-second intervals until melted; stir until smooth. Stir in the almonds, cherries and extract. Spread into prepared pan. Cover and chill for 2 hours or until set.
  2. Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Discard foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store in the refrigerator.