Eggnog Fudge

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Eggnog Fudge
45 min.
4
677kcal

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Indulge in the festive spirit with our delightful Eggnog Fudge that's not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes! This gluten-free dessert captures the quintessential flavors of the holiday season, combining the creamy richness of eggnog with the crunch of toasted nuts and the sweetness of red candied cherries. In just 45 minutes, you can create a batch that serves four, making it an ideal gift for friends or a sweet addition to your holiday dessert table.

Imagine the smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture of this fudge paired perfectly with the warm spices often found in eggnog. It's truly a decadent way to celebrate the season, doled out in the perfect squares that beckon for a bite. With each piece, you'll savor the buttery goodness enriched by the delightful crunch of pecans and almonds, while the vibrant cherries add a festive pop of color and flavor.

This Eggnog Fudge is not just delicious; it's a nostalgic nod to holiday traditions that brings loved ones together for joyous moments. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee after a holiday meal or wrapped up as a special homemade gift, this treat is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let's spread some cheer with this charming dessert!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.5 cup candied cherries red chopped
  • tablespoons plus light
  • cup eggnog refrigerated
  • 0.3 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 0.3 cup slivered almonds toasted chopped
  • cups sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • wooden spoon
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • pastry brush
  • candy thermometer

Directions

  1. Line an 8"X4" loafpan with aluminum foil; butter foil, and set aside.
  2. Combine first 4 ingredients ina 4-quart heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Wash down crystals from sides of pan, using a pastry brush dipped in hot water. Insert a candy thermometer into eggnog mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thermometer registers 23
  3. Remove from heat and cool, undisturbed, until temperature drops to 190 (15 to 18 minutes).
  4. Stir in pecans and remaining 3 ingredients; beat with a wooden spoon until fudge thickens and just begins to lose its gloss (5 to 8 minutes).
  5. Pour candy into prepared pan. Cool completely; cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Calories677kcal
Protein2.89%
Fat21.87%
Carbs75.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.52
Glycemic Load
74.32
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.663913032283%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.9mg
Delphinidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.58mg
Epigallocatechin
0.56mg
Epicatechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:677.11kcal
33.86%
Fat:17.02g
26.18%
Saturated Fat:5.92g
37%
Carbohydrates:131.74g
43.91%
Net Carbohydrates:130.05g
47.29%
Sugar:123.94g
137.71%
Cholesterol:52.51mg
17.5%
Sodium:87.28mg
3.79%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.2%
100%
Protein:5.07g
10.14%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.51%
Vitamin E:2.12mg
14.13%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.46%
Phosphorus:122.29mg
12.23%
Calcium:109.7mg
10.97%
Magnesium:38.9mg
9.73%
Copper:0.17mg
8.36%
Fiber:1.69g
6.76%
Vitamin A:309.62IU
6.19%
Zinc:0.88mg
5.85%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.82%
Selenium:3.95µg
5.64%
Potassium:187.45mg
5.36%
Vitamin D:0.76µg
5.08%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
4.96%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.63%
Iron:0.6mg
3.35%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.79%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
1.99%
Folate:5.31µg
1.33%
Vitamin C:1.03mg
1.25%
Source:My Recipes