It’s time for this month’s
Food ‘n Flix, hosted by Heather from Girlichef!
In Food ‘n Flix, participants watch a movie and whip up something
delicious inspired by the flick!
This month’s movie was AChristmas Story. My reaction:
Oh Fudge.
Christmas Story is my least
favorite Christmas movie. My family
loves it and watches the 24 hour marathon.
Every. Single. Year.
Now I admit, there are
nuggets of genius: the leg lamp and the puffy snowsuit come to mind. But while I’ve learned to love bits and
pieces of the show, overall, it grates on my nerves!
However, I remembered one
other part of the show that amused me.
At one point Ralphie utters “Oh Fudge” (but actually the F-word) in
front of his parents and gets his mouth washed out with soap.
So, because of that part of
the movie, and my reaction to this selection (no offense, Heather!!), I made
fudge!
And not just any fudge! I made a velvety, decadent dark chocolate
salted caramel fudge. Honestly, what’s
not to love?
This delicious fudge will
complement any Christmas cookie platter!
I also made a leg lamp, just
for fun (because I really do like that part!)
Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Fudge
2 cups (12 oz) dark chocolate
chips
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate
chips
3 tbsp half and half, divided
1 tsp instant espresso powder
1 (14 oz) can sweetened
condensed milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup caramel bits
Coarse sea salt
Line an 8x8 inch square pan
with aluminum foil.
Place all of the chocolate
chips into a small sauce pan. Stir the
espresso powder into 2 tablespoons half and half. Add the espresso mixture, sweetened condensed
milk, and vanilla to the same sauce pan. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently until
very smooth.
Meanwhile, place the caramel
bits and remaining 1 tablespoon half and half in a microwave safe bowl. Heat at 20-30 second intervals, stirring each
time, until the caramel is smooth and melted
Pour the smooth fudge mixture
into the prepared pan. Immediately pour
the hot caramel sauce over the top and use a knife to swirl. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
Then cut into squares. Refrigerate any leftovers in a sealed
container.
Genius, pure Genius!!
ReplyDeleteLOL, no offense taken. I happy that you joined in - and still with a fun attitude ;). This fudge looks absolutely mouthwatering - and I love the one shaped like the lamp (do you have a cookie cutter!?!?)!
ReplyDeleteI do have a cookie cutter! I picked it up a couple years ago!
Deleteomigosh that salted caramel swirl is kiiiilling me!! DROOLING!
ReplyDeleteI love A Christmas Story! It's great when it plays all day on TBS on Christmas. Great fudge recipe, some many delightful flavors!
ReplyDeleteLove the fudge lamp! This fudge would not last 2 minutes at my house! Thanks for linking up with What's Cookin' Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteTHIs is awesome! Love the lamp
ReplyDeletehaha, so creative! The fudge looks great.
ReplyDeleteLook at that lampshade! So cool. Your fudge looks amazing. Love the swirl.
ReplyDeleteThe ohhh fuuudge! scene inspired a lot of us. ;-) Your salted caramel fudge makes my mouth water and I just love the tribute to the leg lamp--too fun!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteAh too bad it was not a favorite by far but the fudge is amazing, love that you made the lamp. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteI think if I had to watch it for 24-hours I might see your point. We love it, though. Your recipe sounds delicious and I love the stocking piece. Hope you had a great holiday!
ReplyDeleteI made this recipe and the fudge tastes like coffee. So disappointed.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear you didn't like the fudge! I don't recall a strong coffee flavor the times I've made this fudge - is it possible you added a tablespoon instead of a teaspoon of espresso powder? Or grounds instead of instant?
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