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Happy Friday! There is no better way to end the week than with something so incredibly creamy, sweet and seasonal. I promise that I will be sharing more savory recipes soon, but I wanted to end the week on a sweet note. I’m one of those people who thinks almost anything can be made better with chocolate. So I decided to combine it with one of my favorite fall flavors – pumpkin!
I wasn’t really sure whether I would like the combination of pumpkin spice and chocolate, especially with something as rich as fudge. But who was I kidding, didn’t I just say that I’m one of those people who thinks almost anything can be made better with chocolate? And it should have been no surprise that this fudge is mouthwatering. Wow! This fudge is one of those where you can’t just have one piece. While I think that the pumpkin fudge would be fine by itself, the chocolate elevates it to a whole different level. The pumpkin spice layer has your mind thinking of fall, to the point where you can almost hear the leaves rustling and smell the homemade pumpkin pie coming out of the oven. Just as you taste the earthy, spicy pumpkin, the chocolate fudge is pulling you in the other direction with a flavor so incredibly rich and creamy. Combined, it is the perfect seasonal flavor.
This recipe makes a large batch of fudge so there is plenty to enjoy yourself and share with others. Rather than mix the pecans into the fudge, I spread a thin layer over the top to add another dimension and a little bit of crunch.
Chocolate Pumpkin Fudge with Pecan Crunch
Ingredients
For the pumpkin layer:
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 5 ounces evaporated milk, (1 can)
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 7 ounces marshmallow creme, (1 jar)
For the chocolate layer:
- 2 cups sugar
- ¼ cup butter
- 5 ounces evaporated milk, (1 can)
- 7 ounces marshmallow creme, (1 jar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
For the pecan topping:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Line a 13 x 9 inch pan with foil and spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
To make the pumpkin layer:
- Combine sugars, milk, butter, pumpkin puree and spice in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils. Once boiling, stir constantly until mixture reaches 240 degrees, about 10 to 12 minutes. Remove pan from heat and quickly stir in white chocolate chips and marshmallow crème until melted and smooth. Spread pumpkin fudge into foil pan and let set.
To make the chocolate layer:
- Combine sugar, butter, evaporated milk and marshmallow creme in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until mixture boils. Once boiling, stir for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chocolate chips until melted and smooth. Pour chocolate mixture over pumpkin layer. Spread chopped pecans over top of chocolate and press down lightly with the back of a spoon to set in chocolate. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight. Remove fudge from pan, remove foil and cut into 1 inch pieces.
Notes
- Omit the nuts, as desired.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Found these from Saturday Show Stopper…gosh, these look gorgeous! Perfect fudge for this time of year. 🙂
Thanks for stopping by Tina!
Yum, these look delicious!
I don’t think I’ve ever seen such an amazing looking fudge Ashley! I love chocolate and pumpkin together and I like that you put the nuts on top instead of mixing them in. Looks so pretty!
Thank you Christin!
This looks SO good. STopping over from SITSSHAREFEST linky and I so want someone to make these for me. 🙂
Thanks Andrea! I wish I could share them with you.
Yum, love the pretty layers in this fudge. It looks so good and the fall flavors are perfect for this time of year. Love the extra crunch from the pecan topping too. Definitely a great way to start the weekend, thanks for sharing Ashley 🙂
Thanks Kelly! The pecan crunch is my favorite thing about this fudge. Enjoy the weekend!
I’ve never been much of a fudge person, but this one?? I’d be all over it! I love all of those flavors.
You should definitely give it a try, Marcie! You might be surprised how much you like it 🙂
Yum!!! These look fantastic, Ashley! You’re such an awesome baker! And yes, every Friday should end on a sweet note ;). And I’m with you…everything taste better with chocolate! The photos are amazing! Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Thanks Min, you are too sweet! Enjoy the weekend 🙂
Ooo I haven’t made fudge since last Christmas! This sounds absolutely amazing … especially with that pecan crunch!
The pecan topping is a must have 🙂
Beautiful pictures, as always! I’ve never tried pumpkin and chocolate together, but this fudge is calling my name. Love how thick each piece is!
You should try it Jamie, the combination of flavors is so delicious!
Oooooo this looks so good! Pumpkin and chocolate is always a great combination. I love these guys 🙂
Thanks Zainab! I agree, pumpkin and chocolate work together perfectly.