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Do you love Chocolate Fudge for Valentine’s Day? (Or anytime?) Add some Amaretto Liquor to an easy fudge recipe and you have a sweet treat with a hint of almond!
Last night on Facebook I posted the question: red velvet or fudge? I have both posts in the queue ready to go…and wasn’t sure which one to do first. Fudge won, with 63% of the vote! But, don’t worry, all you red velvet voters…I’ve got you covered tomorrow night!
This Amaretto Fudge wasn’t my idea. Last month, during a giveaway, I asked what you would like to see from me this year. A reader named Leslie suggested Amaretto Fudge, and the second I saw those words it, I knew I had to make it.
You see, I love almonds and anything remotely almond flavored. So, even though I’d never had straight amaretto, I love it in stuff. The flavor is much like almond extract, only better. Well, what I would assume almond extract tasted like if I ever drank it. (I don’t suggest that!)
It just so happened that last week was my mother-in-law’s birthday, and she loves fudge. So…it was kismet! I had to make Amaretto Fudge!
This fudge is so simple to make. I love cooked fudge, but I love easy fudge more. Probably because I don’t need a recipe to make it. I also don’t need a gazillion ingredients or a candy thermometer. It’s sweetened condensed milk mixed with milk chocolate chips. After they melt together, you add in vanilla extract and two ounces of Amaretto liquor. The extra liquid makes this extra soft and fudgy. I added some toasted almonds on top, to add some crunch and for an extra almond kick. The taste isn’t overly consumed with the Amaretto; really it hits you as a finishing note, much like the real thing. It’s amazing!
{If you don’t drink alcohol, you can totally use almond extract in this. I would ditch the Amaretto and use a teaspoon of almond extract in it’s place. Or, if you do drink alcohol but don’t like almond, maybe sub in Kahlua. Or Bailey’s!}
I really, really liked how the extra liquid from the liquor made the fudge super smooth and creamy. Sometimes easy fudge is a little too hard for me, but with the extra liquid it’s amazing, and definitely something I’m going to think about next time I make fudge, boozy or not!
Now, when I make fudge, I feel like I need four sets of hands. Is anyone else with me on this? You have the perfectly melted consistency of chocolate and sweetened condensed milk, and then you have to keep stirring, remove from the heat, and then measure and add in your liquids before the fudge hardens (no small feat in a cold house in winter). But, I have found an answer to the “try not to spill vanilla all over my counter as I miss the tablespoon” woes.
These OXO Good Grips Mini Beakers are my favorite new kitchen tool. Have you seen these? They are so cute! Little beakers that have measurements on them from 1/4 teaspoon up to 2 tablespoons. There are also mL markings and ounces too, for easy measuring. These are perfect for when you need to measure liquid ahead of time, like in the case of time-sensitive fudge making. I measured out my amaretto and my vanilla before starting to heat my chocolate and then just poured them in when it was time. No spills on the counter, no amaretto all over my stovetop. Easy peasy!
Well, fudge voters, I hope I satisfied you with this chocolatey good Amaretto Fudge. Make this for your sweetie on Thursday; it’s the perfect adult’s only treat for Valentine’s Day!
Ingredients
- 3 cups chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Amaretto Liquor (see note)
- 1/2 cup sliced toasted almonds
Instructions
- Line a 9x9” or an 8x8” pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Add chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk to a medium saucepan. Place over low heat (keep it low!!) and heat until melted, stirring occasionally (more as they melt together). Once the chocolate chips are completely melted, remove from heat and stir in vanilla and Amaretto. Spread quickly in prepared pan. Immediately sprinkle with almonds. Set at room temperature until cool, and then chill until hardened.
Notes
If you don't drink liquor, you can substitute 1 teaspoon almond extract for the Amaretto. Or, try a different flavor liquor for a different kind of fudge! To toast almonds, place on a cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for just a few minutes, stirring occasionally. DO NOT leave the room or they will burn!
If you like fudge, check these out:
Cookies ‘n Birthday Cake Fudge (using Birthday Cake Oreos!)
Sweets from friends:
White Chocolate Cinnamon Fudge by Something Swanky
Kahlua Peanut Butter Fudge by Half Baked Harvest
Fluffernutter Fudge by The Domestic Rebel
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OXO sent me the Mini Beakers to try and review. All opinions are 100% my own.
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Hi there! I’m Dorothy, the crazy gal behind the blog. If you didn’t already know, I’m crazy for crust…and cookies…and brownies…and pretty much
anything with sugar.
Looks and sounds delish! My daughter will love this ~ an extra gift for Valentine’s Day.
I’m a new follower and so glad I found your blog.
Pat
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Thanks Pat! And welcome to my crazy.
Oh my!! I love this Dorothy! It’s gorgeous. And it has Amaretto!!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Toffee Chocolate Chip Valentine’s Day Cheeseball
I know, right? I love that stuff! Thanks Aimee!
Hi Dorothy,
Oh my gosh, totally brill…why didn’t I think to add amaretto to my fudge?? Smart girl!
PS my sis’s name is Dorothy:)
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Thanks so much! Cool to know about your sister, it’s definitely not a name I hear too often!
Boozy fudge! I love it!
Kristin recently posted..Having a Valentine party???
Thanks Kristin!
love the beakers:) and booze in my dessert – absolutely
Heather @French Press recently posted..Red Velvet Graham Crackers
Totally.
Booze is a must!
Now that’s a grown-up fudge! Yum:-D
Susan recently posted..Decadent Brownie Cookies with Peanut Butter Butter Cream
Yes it is!
Eeek! I love Amaretto! This fudge looks absolutely amazing!
Ashley @ Kitchen Meets Girl recently posted..Chocolate Brownie Waffles
Thanks Ashley!!
I love Amaretto! I blogged about it for the first time last month but it was the first drink I ever ordered when I was in a bar (an amaretto sour – and boy I thought I was cool)
This fudge sounds stellar!
Averie @ Averie Cooks recently posted..Blueberry and Cream Cheese Muffin Top Bread
I remember that post and my mouth watering. Now I can make that drink since I have a whole bottle minus 1 ounce, ha!
Havent seen anything like this. Wow! I didn’t even know this could be done!?? LOL! Wonderfully done!! Perfect for Valentine’s or girls night!!! I bet this would work well using Jamaican Appleton Rum!!
Lyn @LovelyPantry recently posted..Chocolate Chip Banana Cake with Banana Cream for #SundaySupper
Yes I bet that would work! I am itching to try it with Bailey’s, and Godiva!
This has got to be the most amazing flavor idea for fudge that I’ve ever heard! Did I mention that I loooooove amaretto!!!
Janine | sugarkissed.net recently posted..How To Make Easy Colored Dough Heart Cookies
I so do too, and now I’m glad I have a whole bottle!
oh yummy! And those beakers as so cute, I am totally cheap and I use the measuring cups that come with my kids medicine, you know the ones LOL
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Oh my gosh Sue I never even thought of those!! You’re a genius!!
I am with you right there – loving all things almond flavored. This fudge sounds perfect to me!
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Grown up fudge!!! Oh yeah this sounds awesome!!! What a fantastic idea to pair the liquor with the fudge. I have those little beakers too and I love them. So much easier to have all the liquids ready to go at once!
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life recently posted..Trick or Treat Tuesday #6
Thanks Jocelyn! I neeeeeeeed to try it with Bailey’s. And Kahlua…
This fudge looks so good, I bet the amaretto tastes really good with the chocolate!
Alyssa recently posted..Easy Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels
It totally does! Made for each other.
That fudge looks so rich! I love chocolate and almonds together, so yummy!
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Not even lying, you are the fudge queen.
Seriously. Drunk fudge. Let’s be BFFs?
Karly recently posted..Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge
LOL! Drunk fudge rocks. BFFs for sure. I should pack some for BlogHer…
Oh my! My husband will love these – pinning and making soon
Thanks Dorothy!
Liz recently posted..Cranberry & Grapefruit Scones
Amaretto is soooo amazing. This fudge sounds great and those beakers are super cute! I’m a science(!) type person by trade, so it extra makes me happy
Kelly @ Hidden Fruits and Veggies recently posted..Vegan Banana French Toast
Thanks Kelly! Me too.
Nice to see you rockin’ the boozy fudge, my friend!
We fully support the use of booze in fudge (and all things sweet and yummy)…And, yes, it would make it more creamy. Love this fudge! Have a wonderful week!!
Ellen @ Bake It With Booze recently posted..Kahlua Lava Cakes
Thanks Ellen! I want to try it with so many other flavors!
You and I are kindred spirits when it comes to Amaretto! Love the stuff! Wonderful idea putting it in fudge! Good to know fudge isn’t just for Christmas!
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Fudge is for always!
Did you just say Amaretto and Fudge in the same sentence? And Holy Moley you put them together in a candy?!!! I am over come with the need to jump in and eat these! I wanted to make a trio of chocolates for my co workers and BAM here it is!! : ) PINNED! and shared on facebook!
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Thanks for the shares Chandra! I hope they all love it!
Your fudge looks wonderful! Did you use semi-sweet,milk chocolate or bittersweet chips? Thanks!
I used milk chocolate chips, because that’s my preference. But you can use semi-sweet if you want! Probably even bittersweet, although I’ve never tried that. The sweetened condensed milk is pretty sweet, so the type of chocolate doesn’t always matter!
Oh man. Yuuum.
Katie @ Dip It In Chocolate recently posted..Valentine’s Ombre Drinks
Oh my goodness! I am totally the “Leslie” who asked for this recipe! We used to live in Kansas City where there was a fudge shop that sold this flavor. I have really missed it. Thank you and bless you.
Yay! I was hoping you’d see it.
I’m so glad you suggested it, because YUMMY! 
Oooo, this looks sooooo good!
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Yum! I want to buy some liquor too.
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There you go again making me hungry, Dorothy!
This looks and sounds incredibly yummy!! 
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Off to the liquor store to get some Amaretto, these look so,yummy!
Thanks DeDe! I love amaretto!
Love this! I’d like to invite you to link up to Saturday Spotlight @ Angels Homestead.
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Hope to see you there
April
Love the Amaretto! Sounds wonderful! Thanks for sharing at Two Cup Tuesday at Pint Sized Baker . I hope to see you again there tomorrow night!
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OMG…. I love amaretto! What an awesome flavor addition to fudge. I am pinning this because it would be a sin for me not to try it!
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Thanks Janine! For some reason your comments have been going to spam so I just got this. GRRR.
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Thanks so much Kelly!
Boozy fudge! Heck yeah! It’s gorgeous and I bet it tastes awesome. Great idea, girl!
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Thank you!
Boozy is good!
Those beakers are so freakin’ cute! So’s the fudge
I like the addition of the amaretto – can’t wait to try it! Pinned and featuring tonight! Thanks so much for sharing Dorothy!
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Thanks so much for the feature Trish!