This decadent fudge recipe has all the flavors of german chocolate cake. It’s an incredibly easy dessert that can be made in the microwave just a few minutes!
Growing up, one of my favorite holiday treats was german chocolate cake. My mother and Granny always had a homemade one displayed on the cake stand during Christmas week. I must’ve had a slice every night!
In my house, we make a lot of fudge during the holidays. We love it because you can quickly make a whole batch with minimal equipment and it makes great gifts. People are always happy to receive a tin of fudge!
This year I thought it might be fun to combine my old family tradition with the new and make german chocolate cake fudge. I have to say, it exceeded expectations!
Ingredients
- Dark Chocolate Chips
- Coconut Pecan Frosting
- Pecans
- Shredded Coconut
- Nutella
- Sea Salt
Tips
- If you want to make this fudge a little softer, you can add 2 Tablespoons of milk or 1 Tablespoon of butter when melting the chocolate
- I used a 2.5 quart square pan, but you can use a smaller or bigger dish to increase or decrease the thickness of the fudge. This all depends on your preference.
- I like to give the fudge a few minutes to warm up a touch before slicing. Makes for a smoother experience.
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German Chocolate Cake Fudge
Ingredients
- 12 Ounces Dark Chocolate Chips
- 7 Ounces Coconut Pecan Frosting
- ½ Cup Chopped Pecans
- ½ Cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut
- ⅓ Cup Nutella
- 1 Teaspoon Sea Salt
Instructions
- Line a 2.5-quart square pan or dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the Nutella, frosting, and chocolate chips.
- Microwave on high for one minute. Remove, stir, and place back in for 30 seconds. Stir again.
- Add the salt, chopped pecans, and half of the coconut to the bowl. Stir until combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread evenly. I used a silicone spatula.
- Top the fudge with the rest of the coconut and place in the fridge for an hour or until solid.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Limda says
These were incredible and really easy to make.