This Baileys and white chocolate fudge recipe has been a favourite for years. It's so easy and fast to make and will be a hit with your family and friends.
Do you need to 'bring a plate' or pull together a quick kitchen gift? This Baileys and White Chocolate Fudge is always a hit and so quick and easy to put together.
Unlike many confectionery recipes, you don't need a candy thermometer or any other fancy equipment. All you need is a pot, a tray to set it in and a stovetop or gas ring. You could even make it in the caravan or on the gas burner outside if you really wanted to.
This is one of my 'go-to' recipes over the holiday season and a great excuse to always have a bottle of Baileys in the fridge at any time of the year.
This recipe has been around and on my regular rotation for around 20 years now and it is still a favourite with family and friends. I hope you and yours enjoy it just as much.
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Recipe: Baileys and White Chocolate Fudge
Recipe
Baileys and White Chocolate Fudge
This Baileys and white chocolate fudge is a smooth and indulgent treat or gift, it's also very easy to make.
Ingredients
- 30 g butter
- 50 ml milk
- 350 g caster sugar
- 125 ml Baileys
- 300 g white chocolate, melts or broken up bar
- 25 ml Baileys, 2nd portion
- Baking paper to line the tray and butter or cooking spray to grease it.
Instructions
- Prepare your tray, I use my square cake tin lined through the middle with baking paper and an overhang so I can lift it out to cut. Then I grease the rest with butter.
- In a medium to large saucepan put the butter, milk, sugar and first measure of Baileys. Heat slowly while stirring to dissolve all the sugar. It takes about 5 minutes. If you rush this stage your fudge may initially have a slightly grainy texture where the sugar isn't fully liquid but that will disappear if it stands in the fridge overnight. Did I mention the recipe is almost foolproof 🙂
- Now increase the heat to medium and you want to cook the fudge for about 10 minutes. You need to stir continuously. It should have a nice rolling boil during this stage, not too fast and be careful you don't let it boil up and over. Fudge will give you a nasty burn.
- Remove from the heat and add in the second measure of Baileys and the chocolate. Keep stirring, give that arm a workout, your almost done. The chocolate will melt in giving a lovely smooth consistency.
- Pour the fudge into the prepared tray, work reasonably quickly as it will start setting as soon as it starts to cool. Now put it in the fridge for a couple of hours to set thoroughly. Remove and cut into small pieces.
Nutrition Information
Yield 25 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 154Total Fat 5gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 6mgSodium 24mgCarbohydrates 23gFiber 0gSugar 23gProtein 1g
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Are you a fan of Bailey and white chocolate fudge? I'd also love to know if 'bring a plate' is a thing in the country you're living in. It's a strange concept to many who move to Australia and New Zealand.
Jo says
Can I leave this to set at room temperature? I'm wanting to give it as Christmas gifts and worried it will sweat once I remove it from the fridge. I was thinking of putting it in sweet jars. Also, how long will it last please? It sounds delicious.
2 Aussie Travellers says
Hi Jo, living in a sub-tropical climate I have to put it in the fridge to set and store but haven't had a problem with it sweating when I bring it out to serve. I would generally only keep sweets containing fresh butter and milk for a week although with good storage in a airtight container and in a cool cupboard or fridge depending on your climate it should be OK for 2 weeks. It generally disappears fast enought not to be an issue.
Sarah says
Just wondering if this fudge would freeze well?
2 Aussie Travellers says
I've never tried Sarah, I store it in the fridge but it's never lasted long enough to consider freezing. It's a good idea though with holiday prep coming up, I'll try it and update the recipe next time I make it.
Jenna West says
How much fudge does this make?
2 Aussie Travellers says
Hi Jenna, I usually use a 24 cm square pan and cut into 25 - 36 squares.
Amanda says
Oh my gosh I have just made this. It was so so easy. I don't like baileys but I have to say that this is stunning. Do you have any other fudge recipes.
2 Aussie Travellers says
I'm so pleased you like it! It is the time of year for experimenting with sweet treat recipes but I haven't got other fudges up on the page yet - although if I've converted you to Baileys a little bit the Baileys truffles are awfully good too!
S. Morgenstern says
I just made the fudge and so far I only got to lick the spoon but it already tastes AWESOME! Thank you very much for this incredibly easy recipe.
Greetings from germany 🙂
2 Aussie Travellers says
Happy holidays to Germany! I do hope you enjoy it once it's set, it really is one of my favourite treats.
Bev says
Can you use milk chocolate chips
2 Aussie Travellers says
Hi Bev, the fudge will definitely work with your preferred chocolate style, either white, milk or dark but I've used white for it's more mild flavour allowing the Baileys flavour to dominate and the colour of the finished fudge to me looks like Baileys. If you don't like white chocolate through there's no reason not to use milk instead. Happy holidays 🙂
Mary Jo Close says
I did not cook for the additional 10 minutes, as I didn't read the recipe properly, so I added the chocolate before the mixture simmered. Will the fudge turn out ok?
2 Aussie Travellers says
Generally in making confectionery the boiling is an important part of converting the sugar to ensure setting and getting the texture and consistency right. Having said that I've not tried without the boiling person so I'm not sure what will happen. I would be really interested though, would you let me know?
Kelly Hutchinson says
I must tell you, I am a huge sucker for fudge. I LOVEBailey's, so the combination should be magical!
Donna says
This sounds so delicious! Bailey's always reminds me of christmas, so to me this is the perfect treat to bring along to a christmas get together 🙂
Rachel @ Simple Seasonal says
This sounds amazing! I'm all about boozy desserts over the holidays. So perfect to take to a party! Kid-free of course 😉
Neli @ Delicious Meets Healthy says
This is a great fudge recipe for the holidays! Baileys & white chocolate, delicious!
Jessica says
Baileys in fudge?! So fun! This looks just like the peanut butter fudge my mom made growing up, but hers definitely didn't have any fun ingredients like Baileys 😉 Great recipe!
Emily says
Does this need to stay refrigerated after it's done? Wondering if the fudge would survive being packaged and mailed...
2 Aussie Travellers says
Hi Emily, I would keep it refrigerated, I'm not an expert but as it's made with fresh ingredients I wouldn't leave it out for an extended period. I hope you can enjoy it anyway 🙂
Platter Talk says
We've been looking for some holiday fudge ideas and I love everything about this one! Thanks so much for sharing; very nicely done!
Brandy M. says
Goodness that looks amazing! This would be a wonderful addition to a holiday goodie platter.
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
I love this time of year when fudge makes its way around! You're so right -- it makes a great treat to take to someone! Love the Baileys in your recipe - yum!
Chris @ SimpleFood365 says
At first glance I thought that was peanut butter fudge (which I love way more than I should) but after reading this, I have a new fudge I just HAVE to try! Wow, it sounds relish!
2 Aussie Travellers says
It's become my go-to fudge recipe Chris, and of course it's an excellent reason to ensure there's always a bottle of Baileys in the house 🙂
Jean says
Need the receipt in American measurements, I so want to make this.
Thanks, Jean
2 Aussie Travellers says
Hi Jean, I regularly make recipes I need to convert too (YAY for Google) but I will look into a way to do this easily on the site. Thanks.
Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours says
That looks lovely. And yes, bring a plate is very much a thing, especially if you bring a plate of that amazing fudge!
Lozzie @MessyRainbows says
Oh yum! Baileys is always a winner in my book. Have you seen the new salted caramel flavor? That would prob be delicious in this recipe too!
2 Aussie Travellers says
I just saw this last week and my head is now FILLED with recipe ideas I want to try but as it has to be kept in the fridge in our Queensland climate I feel I have to finish the current bottle first. I see a lot of fudge, kitchen experiments and the odd after dinner tipple in my future 🙂
Lydia C. Lee says
YUM!
2 Aussie Travellers says
I'd have to agree Lydia, it's very YUM 🙂
Jo says
This looks lovely, got to try it! Can you tell me how it needs to be stored and how long it lasts please?
[email protected] says
Hi Jo, I store in an airtight tupperware container in the fridge but I live in a subtropical climate so pretty much everything goes in the fridge. It should safely last a week like that but I can't honestly say I've had a batch around that long, it's a bit of a favourite with family and friends 🙂
Sasha @ From the Left Field says
You had me at Baileys! Yummo. And looks like something even I could make without stuffing up. Winning.
giulia says
love the look of this fudge! I've saved it and will be trying it out very soon 🙂 🙂
[email protected] says
Thanks Guilia, I highly recommend it!
giulia says
love the look of this fudge! I've saved it and will be trying it out very soon 🙂
Malinda @mybrownpaperpackages says
I don't make near enough 'adult' treats, this is going on my naughty but nice list I think! Thanks for linking up with my Christmas Link Party. xx
Bele @Blah Blah says
Sensational! I need this in my life x
[email protected] says
Thanks Cybele. An occasional indulgence has to be good for us!
Bele @Blah Blah says
Sensational! I need these in my life x