Healthy Gingerbread Fudge: A Delicious Treat in Aurora and Beyond

A decadent treat that combines the richness of chocolate with warm, spiced ginger—this easy fudge recipe from Delicious and Doable by Charmaine Broughton, is perfect for anyone looking for a delicious yet wholesome dessert!

Chocolate Layer:

• 10 oz. (300 g) bittersweet chocolate, roughly chopped
• 1 (300 mL) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp (5 mL) pure vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Directions:

1. Line an 8 X 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper on the bottom and up the sides.
2. Melt chocolate and condensed milk using a double boiler.
3. Stir in vanilla and salt.
4. Spread the chocolate mixture into the pan (it will be thick—remember, it's fudge!). Smooth with the back of a spoon.
5. Chill for at least 2 hours.

Gingerbread Layer:

• 12 oz. (360 g) white chocolate, roughly chopped
• 1 (300 mL) can sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) molasses
• 2 tsp (10 mL) ground ginger
• 1 tsp (5 mL) ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp (1 mL) each of ground cloves and allspice
• Hefty pinch of ground nutmeg
• ½ tsp (2 mL) pure vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Directions:

1. Melt white chocolate, condensed milk, and molasses in a double boiler.
2. Stir in spices, vanilla, and salt.
3. Spread over the chilled chocolate layer and smooth the top.
4. Garnish with decorative sprinkles or edible glitter if desired.
5. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving. Slice into squares and enjoy!

Tip: For an extra hit of ginger, stir in ⅓ cup (75 mL) finely diced candied ginger to the top layer before chilling.

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