Fudge is a soft, sweet candy made from sugar, butter, and milk or cream. Sometimes chocolate or other flavors are added. Fudge is usually rich and can be very sweet.

Can I make fudge at home?

Yes, you can make fudge at home! There are many recipes that use simple ingredients and don't require special equipment. You can find a variety of flavors and types to try making in your kitchen.

Do I need a candy thermometer to make fudge?

A candy thermometer can be helpful for making fudge because it will tell you exactly when the mixture is at the right temperature. But some recipes are more forgiving and don't require one. Be sure to follow the recipe's instructions.

Can fudge be made with different flavors?

Absolutely! You can make fudge in many flavors like chocolate, vanilla, peanut butter, mint, and more. There are even recipes with mix-ins like nuts, dried fruit, or candy pieces.

How do I store homemade fudge?

Homemade fudge should be kept in an airtight container to keep it fresh. You can store it at room temperature if it's cool and dry, or in the fridge. Fudge can also be frozen for longer storage.

81 Varieties of Fudge for Sweet Tooths to Make at Home ...

There are so many varieties of fudge. Once you know a basic recipe you can have a ton of fun playing around with flavors, making up your own fudge recipes. Let's see if any of these varieties of fudge will become your favorite.

1. EASY Fudge Recipe

EASY Fudge Recipe Via Fantasy Fudge

No matter what varieties of fudge you are going to be tempted by from this list, you always need a simple recipe to start with.

2. World’s Smoothest Chocolate Fudge

World’s Smoothest Chocolate Fudge Via World's Smoothest Chocolate Fudge

That's quite a claim. You need to try so you can judge for yourself.

3. Perfect Raw Vegan Fudge

Via Perfect Raw Vegan Fudge - ...

Why should vegans miss out on the yummy stuff?

4. Three-Chocolate Fudge

Via Three-Chocolate Fudge

There's always room for "three chocolate" anything in your life.

5. Funfetti Cookies and Cream Fudge

Via Funfetti Cookies and Cream Fudge

Oreo cookies and sprinkles - you have to keep this under lock and key away from the kids. You can always leave off the sprinkles.

6. Samoa Fudge

Samoa Fudge Via Samoa Recipe Roundup | Babara ...

If you love Samoa cookies, you'll love this fudge recipe.

7. Snickerdoodle Fudge

Via Snickerdoodle Fudge - I Heart ...

Perfect for when you want a cinnamon-y sugary treat.

8. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge Via 23 Life-Changing Ways To Eat ...

Is there anything that you can't stick cookie dough in?

9. 5 Minute Microwave Fudge

Via 5 Minute Microwave Fudge Recipe ...

Made in minutes. Scoffed in seconds. And endless flavor possibilities.

10. Banana Cream Fudge

Via Banana Cream Fudge

Made from a Jello pudding mix.

11. White Chocolate Mint Fudge

Via White Chocolate Mint Fudge - ...

This is one of the varieties of fudge ideal for the holidays. Decorate it with dark green and red icing to make it festive.

12. Chocolate and Peanut Butter Fudge

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Fudge Via Chocolate- Peanut Butter Fudge

No one is going to complain about this flavor are they?

13. Bailey's Irish Coffee Cream Fudge

Via Bailey's irish coffee cream fudge ...

The rich creaminess of Baileys is perfect for fudgy
concoctions.

14. Neapolitan Fudge

Via Neapolitan Fudge - i am ...

Such a pretty triple layer fudge. I think I would like mine more pink and more green in color.

15. Winter White Red Velvet Fudge

Via Winter White Red Velvet Fudge ...

Whip up a batch for Halloween.

16. Strawberry and Cream Fudge

Strawberry and Cream Fudge Via Strawberry Swirl Fudge - Shugary ...

Doesn't it sound delicious?

17. Lemon Fudge

Via Lemon Fudge

I must confess I have never thought about lemon as a fudge flavor before.

18. Cherry Vanilla Fudge

Via Cherry Vanilla Fudge

I'm more than rather partial to cherries. This wouldn't last long.

19. Raspberry Marble Fudge

Via 5 Ingredient Raspberry Marble Fudge ...

With just 5 ingredients, you can make a scrummy treat.

20. Vegan Cake Batter Fudge

Vegan Cake Batter Fudge Via Happy 100th, Blissful Basil!

For vegans who don't want a chocolate fudge.

21. Chai Tea Fudge

Via Chai Tea Fudge Recipe

I suppose this is a little bit healthy because you get some of the goodness from the spices in the chai tea.

22. Peanut Butter Fudge

Via Grandpa's Peanut Butter Fudge

I don't think I could resist dipping this in chocolate.

23. Orange Julius Fudge

Via Orange Julius Fudge - Shugary ...

As I'm British I had never heard of Orange Julius so you'll have to tell me if this is anything like it should be.

24. Eggnog Fudge

Via Eggnog Fudge

While lots of varieties of fudge are good for the holidays, some are simply perfect.

25. Strawberry Cheesecake Fudge

Via Strawberry Cheesecake Fudge [Recipe] - ...

If strawberry is your preferred flavor of cheesecake, you're
going to love this.

26. Peppermint Fudge

Via Peppermint Fudge Recipe | Martha ...

That peppermint drop is going to provide a nice crunchy contrast to the smooth creamy fudge.

27. Cinnabon Fudge

Cinnabon Fudge Via shugarysweets.com

If you steer clear of Cinnabon for fear of the calories, indulge in a wee piece of fudge instead.

28. Watermelon Fudge

Via Watermelon Fudge

Looks delish. Let's hope it tastes as delish.

29. Layered Mint Chocolate Fudge

Layered Mint Chocolate Fudge Via Recipe Not Available | Taste ...

Layered varieties of fudge are great for when you can't decide on one flavor.

30. Turtle Fudge

Via Turtle Fudge

No turtles are harmed in making this fudge.

31. Kahlua Fudge

Via Kahlua Fudge

If you don't know, Kahlua is a coffee flavored liqueur.

32. Easy Salted Caramel Fudge

Via Easy Salted Caramel Fudge - ...

Don't you just love fudge recipes that contain the word easy?

33. Red Velvet Fudge

Via Red Velvet Fudge

Cake or fudge? Fudge or cake? Oh dear, what a hard decision.

34. Candy Corn Fudge

Candy Corn Fudge Via Fudge Candy Corn - Something ...

Such fun for Halloween or movie night in. It’s achieved with food coloring but I guess you could change the flavors too.

35. Cotton Candy Fudge

Via Cotton Candy Fudge

Oh yum! Cotton candy is such fun but very messy. Not so when it's fudge.

36. Caramel Pretzel Butterscotch Fudge

Via Caramel Pretzel Butterscotch Fudge - ...

Oh. My. Caramel. Pretzels. Butterscotch. A combination
devised by the angels.

37. Butterscotch Fudge

Via Butterscotch Fudge

And if you don't want the pretzels and caramel, here's plain old butterscotch.

38. Pumpkin Praline Fudge

Via Pumpkin Praline Fudge - Something ...

This is a delicious recipe for fall.

39. Easter Egg Fudge

Via Easter Egg Fudge - Wine ...

I don't think I could give up my mini chocolate eggs - even to make fudge!

40. Cranberry Fudge !

Cranberry Fudge ! Via White Chocolate Cranberry Fudge - ...

The tart cranberries will really cut through the smooth sweet creaminess of white chocolate.

41. Maple Walnut Fudge

Via Maple Walnut Fudge Favors

Maple and walnut is a match made in heaven.

42. Creamy Vanilla Fudge

Creamy Vanilla Fudge Via louisespis.com

That has to be one of the smoothest looking fudges ever.

43. Maple Fudge

Via Marvelous Maple Fudge

Bet you're licking your lips right now.

44. Orange Creamsicle Fudge

Via Orange Creamsicle Fudge - Home ...

Frozen orange creamsicles for a hot day. Orange creamsicle fudge for colder days.

45. White Chocolate Reese’s Fudge

White Chocolate Reese’s Fudge Via White Chocolate Reeses Fudge

Make a batch for your Reese's loving partner for Valentine's Day.

46. Root Beer Fudge

Root Beer Fudge Via shugarysweets.com

I like root beer, but in a fudge? Hmm - the jury's out.

47. Turtle Cheesecake Fudge

Via Turtle Cheesecake Fudge

Simple to make 'cos it's just a cheescake flavored fudge with caramel and pecans on top.

48. Amaretto Fudge

Via Amaretto Fudge - Crazy for ...

Adults only!

49. Apple Pie Fudge

Via Apple Pie Fudge - Shugary ...

This is a clever little doozy. The apple pie filling is inside the fudge and it's topped with a gingersnap fragment to represent the crust.

50. Carrot Cake Fudge

Via Carrot Cake Fudge

Serve at Easter.

51. Sweetheart Fantasy Fudge

Via Sweetheart Fantasy Fudge Recipe

Just the name will get you drooling.

52. Gumdrop Fudge

Via Gumdrop Fudge - Shugary Sweets

So colorful.

53. Girl Scout Cookie Fudge

Girl Scout Cookie Fudge Via The Gift of Time {Recipe: ...

Use your favorite Girl Scout cookies.

54. Pumpkin Pie Fudge with Nutella & Marshmallow Cream Swirl

Pumpkin Pie Fudge with Nutella & Marshmallow Cream Swirl Via somethingswanky.com

That's not a fudge. That's a full dessert course.

55. Strawberry 3 Musketeers Fudge

Via Strawberry 3 Musketeers Fudge

I had to look up the 3 Musketeers bar to find out what it is. We have something similar in Europe called a Milky Way, but it only comes in the one flavor and it isn't strawberry. I guess this is one of the varieties of fudge limited to Americans.

56. Mint Oreo Fudge

Mint Oreo Fudge Via Wake Up Wednesdays - Heather's ...

We all love no-bake recipes - right?

57. Peanut Butter and Jelly Fudge

Via Peanut Butter and Jelly Fudge

America's favorite duo gets the fudge treatment.

58. Candy Cane Fudge

Candy Cane Fudge Via Candy Cane Chocolate Swirl Fudge. ...

With all the time pressure of the holidays, it's good to know there are brilliant no-bake recipes for yummy treats or homemade gifts.

59. Rocky Road Fudge

Via 4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge ...

Just 4 ingredients come together in perfect taste bud tickling harmony

60. Strawberry Daiquiri

Via Strawberry Daiquiri Fudge - Mom ...

This has inspired me to look for other fudge recipes of my favorite cocktails.

61. Penuche Fudge

Via Brown Sugar Penuche Fudge {Recipe} ...

A scrummy brown sugar based fudge easily made.

62. Butterfinger Fudge

Via Butterfinger Fudge - Crazy for ...

Another fudge recipe based on a US candy bar I hadn't heard of :(

63. Fluffernutter Fudge

Via Fluffernutter Fudge - Shugary Sweets

The name is so evocative.

64. White Chocolate Cinnamon Sugar Fudge

White Chocolate Cinnamon Sugar Fudge Via White Chocolate Cinnamon Fudge - ...

Yum.

65. Pistachio Fudge Topped with Dark Chocolate Ganache

Pistachio Fudge Topped with Dark Chocolate Ganache Via Pistachio Fudge - Shugary Sweets

Fudge with a touch of class.

66. Gingerbread Fudge

Via Gingerbread Fudge - Crazy for ...

Get into the holiday spirit by making some gooey gingerbread fudge.

67. White Pecan Fudge

Via White Pecan Fudge

It's so deliciously rich, a single piece will suffice.

68. Bubblegum Fudge

Via Bubblegum Fudge | The Domestic ...

Er - ok then.

69. Pralines & Cream Fudge

Via Pralines & Cream Fudge - ...

A decadent treat for you or a nice gift for a special someone.

70. Key Lime Fudge Recipe

Key Lime Fudge Recipe Via 2 Ingredient Key Lime Fudge ...

Just 2 ingredients - anyone and everyone can make this
fudge.

71. Pink Lemonade Fudge

Via Pink Lemonade Fudge - Shugary ...

Make in the winter to remind you of summer days.

72. Baileys Irish Cream and Pistachio Fudge

Via Baileys Irish Cream and Pistachio ...

This sounds so good.

73. Cake Batter Fudge

Via Cake Batter Fudge Recipe – ...

Just 4 ingredients and 10 minutes is all it takes.

74. S'mores Fudge

S'mores Fudge Via Smores Fudge

No need to build a fire for this.

75. Pumpkin Coconut Fudge

Via Pumpkin Coconut Fudge - My ...

Vegan, gluten free and grain free.

76. Lemon Oreo Fudge Recipe

Lemon Oreo Fudge Recipe Via Lemon Oreo Fudge - Page ...

If lemon Oreos are your favorite this is one for you.

77. Maple Cream Fudge

Maple Cream Fudge Via My Favorite Fudge Recipes - ...

Made with creamy buttermilk, sweet maple syrup and crunchy toasted walnuts. Dreamy!

78. White Chocolate Fudge with Cranberries and Pistachios

Via White Chocolate Fudge with Cranberries ...

Cranberries and pistachios work very well together.

79. Coconut Fudge wholefoodsmarket.com

Coconut Fudge wholefoodsmarket.com Via Coconut Fudge

A creamy, decadent bite.

80. Coffee Fudge

Coffee Fudge Via 23 Incredible Coffee Desserts

Love the chocolate coated coffee bean in every piece.

81. Macadamia Fudge

Via Macadamia Fudge

Macadamia nuts have such a creamy texture - great for fudge.

I think that's plenty of fudge recipes for now. I hope you will find a few favorites among them. Which are you going to make first?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is fudge?: Fudge is a soft, sweet candy made from sugar, butter, and milk or cream. Sometimes chocolate or other flavors are added. Fudge is usually rich and can be very sweet.
Can I make fudge at home?: Yes, you can make fudge at home! There are many recipes that use simple ingredients and don't require special equipment. You can find a variety of flavors and types to try making in your kitchen.
Do I need a candy thermometer to make fudge?: A candy thermometer can be helpful for making fudge because it will tell you exactly when the mixture is at the right temperature. But some recipes are more forgiving and don't require one. Be sure to follow the recipe's instructions.
Can fudge be made with different flavors?: Absolutely! You can make fudge in many flavors like chocolate, vanilla, peanut butter, mint, and more. There are even recipes with mix-ins like nuts, dried fruit, or candy pieces.
How do I store homemade fudge?: Homemade fudge should be kept in an airtight container to keep it fresh. You can store it at room temperature if it's cool and dry, or in the fridge. Fudge can also be frozen for longer storage.

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