Description
Butterscotch Pumpkin Fudge combines the rich flavors of pumpkin, warm spices, and creamy butterscotch. This decadent treat is easy to make, delicious, and embodies the essence of autumn in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Set aside.
- Cook the Fudge Base: In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, evaporated milk, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil. Continue boiling for 8-10 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Add Chocolate and Marshmallow: Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the white chocolate chips and marshmallow creme until completely melted and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Swirl in Butterscotch: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the butterscotch chips over the top of the fudge, then use a knife or spatula to swirl them into the fudge, creating a marbled effect.
- Chill the Fudge: Allow the fudge to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for 2-3 hours or until fully set.
- Serve: Once the fudge is firm, lift it out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut it into bite-sized squares.
Notes
- Stir constantly during the boiling process to prevent burning.
- If you prefer a firmer fudge, let it chill for an extra hour in the fridge.
- For easier cutting, dip the knife in hot water between slices to prevent the fudge from sticking.
- Ensure you use pure canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for the best flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg