Monster Cookie Dough Fudge is a vibrant and indulgent no-bake treat that combines the chewy texture of cookie dough with the creamy richness of fudge, studded with colorful M&Ms. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for parties, holidays, or as a special treat for the sweet tooths in your life.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour: 1 cup, spooned and leveled
- Plain M&Ms: 1 ½ cups, divided (1 cup and ½ cup)
- Plain Mini M&Ms: 1 cup, divided (½ cup and ½ cup)
- Salted Sweet Cream Butter: ½ cup, softened
- Granulated Sugar: ¼ cup
- Light Brown Sugar: ⅓ cup, packed
- Half and Half: 2 tablespoons
- Pure Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- White Baking Chips: 1 ½ cups (good quality, such as Ghirardelli)
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: 14 ounces
Directions
- Prepare Flour: Place flour in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute. Allow to cool completely, then sift to remove clumps.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly spray with nonstick spray.
- Freeze M&Ms: Add 1 cup plain M&Ms and ½ cup mini M&Ms to separate Ziploc bags and freeze.
- Cream Ingredients: In a medium bowl, using a mixer, cream together butter, sugars, half and half, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Flour: Reduce mixer speed to low and add cooled flour, mix until just incorporated.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white baking chips with sweetened condensed milk. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Combine M&Ms and Dough: Stir frozen M&Ms into the butter and flour mixture. Then, stir in the melted white chocolate mixture until combined.
- Assemble Fudge: Transfer fudge mixture to prepared dish, spreading evenly. Sprinkle remaining M&Ms on top and press gently into the surface.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Cut and Serve: Slice into 25 squares before serving.
Tips
- Flour Safety: Ensure the flour is microwaved to eliminate any pathogens since it’s used raw.
- M&M Colors: Freezing the M&Ms prevents them from bleeding colors into the fudge.
- Cutting Ease: Scoring the fudge before chilling makes cutting easier.
FAQs
Q: Can I use other types of chocolate chips? A: Yes, you can use milk or dark chocolate chips, but the flavor and texture will vary from the original recipe.
Q: How long will the fudge keep? A: Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week for best freshness.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Chill Time
2 hours
Total Time
2 hours 10 minutes
Yield
25 squares
Category
Dessert
Method
No-Bake
Cuisine
American
Diet
Vegetarian
Conclusion
Monster Cookie Dough Fudge is the ideal blend of fun and flavor, making it a fantastic choice for anyone looking to add a little extra cheer to their dessert offerings. Whether you’re making it for a festive occasion or just as a treat, this fudge is sure to be a hit. Enjoy the process and the delicious outcome!