Description
Salted Caramel Mocha Fudge is a rich, layered treat combining semi-sweet chocolate, espresso, creamy Dulce de Leche caramel, and a touch of sea salt. Made entirely in the microwave, it’s quick, easy, and perfect for gifting or indulging.
Ingredients
- 3 cups (18 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
- 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 ounces white chocolate chips or white baking chocolate, chopped
- 1 can (14 ounces) Dulce de Leche
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Lightly spray a 13×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
- Mocha Layer: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Microwave at 50% power for 1 minute, stir, then continue in 15-second intervals until smooth.
- Stir in espresso powder and vanilla extract. Microwave once more for 15 seconds at 50% power and stir until smooth.
- Quickly spread the mocha mixture evenly in the prepared pan.
- Salted Caramel Layer: In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate and Dulce de Leche. Microwave at 50% power for 1 minute, stir, then continue in 15-second intervals until fully melted and smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the caramel mixture over the mocha layer and gently spread into an even layer without pressing too hard.
- Let the fudge set at room temperature for 4 hours.
- Sprinkle the top with coarse sea salt once set.
- Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment, and cut into 1-inch squares, wiping the knife between cuts.
Notes
- Microwave at 50% power and stir frequently to avoid overheating and grainy texture.
- Let the fudge set at room temperature—refrigerating may cause texture changes.
- Use good-quality chocolate for the best flavor and consistency.
- Add chopped nuts to either layer for crunch and richness.
- Halve the recipe for a smaller batch using an 8×8-inch pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
