Easy chocolate and mint fudge (After Eight fudge)
Sometimes I just want an indulgent, no-bake chocolate treat like this easy chocolate and mint fudge. This fudge is creamy, smooth and loaded with mint and chocolate flavour.
Today, I have something very special for you. Something very easy and very delicious. An effortless recipe that will become your favourite no-bake recipe for any occasions.
Sweet treat like this is perfect to make ahead. It also makes a great homemade gift for Christmas, family celebrations or community meetings. Everybody loves fudge :) In the UK After Eight fudge is very popular during Christmas time.
How to make easy chocolate and mint fudge
Making fudge is incredibly easy. You only need to add all the ingredients together and let it all melt, stir until the mixture thickens. Then pour it into a tin and let it set.
Yes, this recipe is very easy but there are some important tips that you should remember when making fudge with condensed milk.
TIPS:
- Use a deep pot as fudge will bubble and may splatter.
- If you do not have access to After Eight, you can use Andes Chocolate mints (for my US readers) or any other mint flavoured chocolate.
- Keep stirring constantly and use a square spatula so you can rich to the very bottom of the pot.
- Use a kitchen thermometer for the best results. I would recommend buying one as it will help to control temperature. For fudge to set up properly, cook it to 113C - 115C (235F - 239F). Soft ball stage. If you cook fudge longer than you should and to higher temperature, fudge will be very hard and very chewy. It would mean that you cooked fudge over 118C (245F).
- If you overcook your fudge you can rescue it by following the instructions below:
How to fix hard fudge
Place fudge in a deep pot and melt it again. Pour 50-70 ml milk and cook the mixture to the required temperature.
What does easy chocolate and mint fudge taste like?
This fudge is creamy, smooth and is bursting with mint and chocolate flavour. It is a very rich and indulgent treat this is why I recommend to cut in smaller pieces.
How to store easy chocolate and mint fudge
Store fudge at room temperature in an-air tight container for up to 3 weeks. You can also freeze it for up to 6 months.
If you are looking for more recipes with chocolate and mint, I can recommend you the following:
Dark chocolate and mint macarons
Fudgy chocolate and mint cookies
Chocolate and mint mini cheesecakes
Click this link to see the best chocolate and mint flavoured desserts
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Recipe source –my own
Cheers!
This is a very easy recipe for smooth and creamy chocolate an mint fudge made with After Eight.
- 397 ml condensed milk (one tin)
- 200 g After Eight (chopped)
- 300 g dark chocolate (chopped)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 After Eight (to add on top ( optional))
Prepare square baking tin 20x20 cm (8x8 inches) or something similar in size. Line the tin with parchment paper and put aside.
Add all the ingredients in a medium pot on a medium heat.
Stir constantly until the mixture starts to thicken. I stirred mine for 20 minutes.
If you are using sugar thermometer it should show 113C - 115C (235F - 239F). If you do not use thermometer, you will notice that the mixture thickens and you will be able to see the bottom of the pan easily as the mixture will start to keep its shape. Please notice that if you cook the mixture to 118C (244F) and above your fudge will be very hard and chewy.
When mixture is ready, let it cool for 5 minutes and then transfer it to the prepared tin.
Smooth the top and add some After Eight.
When fudge is cold, place it in a fridge to set.
- Chop chocolate in a quite small pieces to it dissolves more evenly.
- Use 90 degree spatula to stir the mixture as it will help to reach every corner of the pot and the mixture will not burn.
- The actual making of fudge will take around 10-15 minutes, Just keep stirring.
- Leave the fudge in the fridge overnight. Will be easier to cut in nice shape.