Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge #recipe by bunsinmyoven.com

Guys. I know.

You’re thinking fudge is a Christmas thing.

Well, I’m here to tell you that isn’t true. You can make and eat fudge any time of year. I mean, you’re an adult. You make the rules.

I thought this Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge from The Cookie Dough Lover’s Cookbook would be pretty much perfect for Valentine’s Day. Or a Tuesday. Or a Sunday. Or a…well, yeah. Any day. I mean, fudge is fudge. Just enjoy it.

You’ll notice this recipe says to use 4 to 5 cups of powdered sugar. The texture of the fudge will change depending on how much sugar you use. If you’d like a firmer fudge that you can serve at room temperature, use the full 5 cups. If you’d like a softer fudge that isn’t quite as sweet, use 4 cups and serve it straight from the fridge.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge #recipe by bunsinmyoven.com

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge

Yield: 64 1-inch pieces

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 3 hours chil time

Ingredients:

For the cookie dough:
1/2 cup butter, room temperature
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons half and half
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
For the fudge:
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
1/3 cup butter
pinch of salt
1/3 cup half and half
4-5 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Directions:

Line an 8x8 baking dish with foil, leaving a 1 inch overhang. Spray with non-stick cooking spray.
To prepare the cookie dough, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the vanilla, salt, and half and half. Stir in the flour until incorporated. Set aside.
To make the fudge base, combine the brown sugar, butter, salt, and half and half in a saucepan. Stir over medium low heat until the butter has melted and the brown sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat and slowly stir in the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Stir in the vanilla.
Add the cookie dough to the fudge base and stir to combine. Mix in the chocolate chips.
Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish. Chill until set, at least 3 hours.
Keep in refrigerator for up to 1 week.

41 Responses to “Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Fudge”

  1. Averie @ Averie Cooks February 12, 2013 @ 6:08 am (#
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    Ive seen this recipe in Lindsay’s book and purposely not made it. I would enjoy these a wee bit too much. Great job, Karly!

  2. Aimee @ ShugarySweets February 12, 2013 @ 7:03 am (#
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    Fudge should be made and eaten year round. Just sayin! This looks totally yummy.

  3. danielle February 12, 2013 @ 7:05 am (#
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    That would be dangerous in my house – I might eat it all!

  4. shelly (cookies and cups) February 12, 2013 @ 7:07 am (#
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    I believe I could survive on this and only this.

  5. Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough February 12, 2013 @ 8:19 am (#
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    Come to mamaaaaaa.

  6. Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet February 12, 2013 @ 8:34 am (#
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    Seriously! Can it get any better than this! Delicious!

  7. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life February 12, 2013 @ 8:49 am (#
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    Fudge is definitely an all year thing around here. Why should Christmas get all teh fudge fun? I know I couldn’t be trusted around this…cookie dough in fudge? Where are my fat pants???

  8. Kayle (The Cooking Actress) February 12, 2013 @ 9:16 am (#
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    I can’t even begin to tell you how much I want that cookbook. This fudge looks amazing!

  9. Jessica L. @ The Lamppost February 12, 2013 @ 9:31 am (#
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    This looks awesome! I’ve been wanting to pick up her cookbook for a while, and maybe I just have to now!

  10. Amber (Sprinkled With Flour) February 12, 2013 @ 9:45 am (#
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    You know, I don’t ever make fudge, and I have no idea why when there’s recipes like this one to try out. I’m loving how decadent it looks. Yum!

  11. Meghan @ The Tasty Fork February 12, 2013 @ 10:13 am (#
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    You’re right, I am an adult and I can eat fudge whenever I please!! Looks great, Karly!!

  12. Joanne February 12, 2013 @ 10:56 am (#
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    I’m of the opinion that fudge should be an every meal treat. It’s just so good! And chocolate chip cookie dough…swoon.

  13. Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen February 12, 2013 @ 11:00 am (#
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    Stop. Just stop. This will be the end of me.

  14. Liz February 12, 2013 @ 11:10 am (#
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    This looks great Karly. I’ve never made fudge before so this recipe might have to be my first one to try!

  15. mimi @ culinary couture February 12, 2013 @ 11:50 am (#
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    I’ve actually never made fudge, but THIS I have to make!

  16. sally @ sallys baking addiction February 12, 2013 @ 1:29 pm (#
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    Fudge is an everyday thing. And I’ve made this before and LOOOOOVE it!!!!!! It’s unbelievable how cookie dough-y it is :)

  17. Jessica@AKitchenAddiction February 12, 2013 @ 2:33 pm (#
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    Fudge is definitely for any time of year!

  18. Gina February 12, 2013 @ 2:47 pm (#
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    I think I’m going to make this today! It looks so yummy!

  19. Eleanor February 12, 2013 @ 3:01 pm (#
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    Can you freeze fudge? (not that it would ever even make it to my freezer before my mouth got a hold of it. YUM…. but just asking…)

  20. Laurie @ Simply Creating Home February 12, 2013 @ 3:08 pm (#
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    Oh wow! We love to make cookie dough bites as treats sometimes, but your fudge looks like an even better option! I’ll be pinning! ?

  21. kirsten@FarmFreshFeasts February 12, 2013 @ 3:19 pm (#
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    Karly,
    This fudge looks so good! You’re right, we’re adults and can do whatever we like.
    I could start by eating fudge . . .

  22. Winnie February 12, 2013 @ 3:39 pm (#
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    O-M-G
    These are looking soooooooooooooooooo GOOD !!

  23. carrian February 12, 2013 @ 4:11 pm (#
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    Oh, sweet deliciousness. Yeah, buddy I need these!!!!

  24. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust February 12, 2013 @ 5:56 pm (#
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    Fudge is good every time of year! :) This is gorgeous Karly!

  25. Wild Child February 12, 2013 @ 7:25 pm (#
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    It’s a good thing yoga pants are year round clothing attire ~ I am definitely going to make this! And have a piece, or two…or three.

  26. Roxana | Roxana's Home Baking February 12, 2013 @ 7:56 pm (#
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    fudge is in season year round, just like chocolate and this looks and sounds to die for! I need new pants, just gained few pounds!

  27. Julie @ Table for Two February 12, 2013 @ 9:00 pm (#
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    omg – i just about died and gone to cookie dough heaven!! these look so good yet so dangerous!! haha

  28. Rachel Cooks February 13, 2013 @ 7:01 am (#
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    Oh man–this would be seriously dangerous in my house. YUM!

  29. Annie @ Annie's Noms February 13, 2013 @ 12:56 pm (#
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    Oh, how I love fudge!! I did make some over Christmas, but it’s so damn tasty I could eat it whenever and this is just the best of both worlds, cookies and fudge?! Mind-blown.. :D

  30. JulieD February 14, 2013 @ 4:35 pm (#
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    Oh man, I love Lindsay’s cookbook. I need to make this stat!!

  31. Elizabeth - SugarHero! February 14, 2013 @ 6:26 pm (#
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    Fudge and cookie dough are two great tastes that definitely taste great together. From the photo it looks like this has an amazing soft, smooth texture. Can’t wait to try it!

  32. Kara February 18, 2013 @ 8:14 pm (#
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    OMG! This sounds AMAZING!! Can’t wait to make it. Thanks for sharing!!

  33. Liz Fourez February 18, 2013 @ 9:39 pm (#
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    Looks amazing, Karly! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Liz

  34. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats February 20, 2013 @ 11:47 am (#
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    I can taste this melting in my mouth! Your pic is gorgeous and it’s a must make!

  35. Michael Ann February 20, 2013 @ 6:33 pm (#
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    Oh wow, this looks amazing!

  36. Lisa @ Wine & Glue February 20, 2013 @ 7:40 pm (#
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    Oh dear. I have everything needed to make this. I’m having the most intense internal struggle right now. Fat pants and fudge? Restraint and broccoli? Ahhhh!

  37. Linda had a little lamb February 20, 2013 @ 8:49 pm (#
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    I totally agree with you that fudge is an any time of the year kind of treat. And wow! What a treat this recipe looks like. Thanks!

  38. Jessie February 27, 2013 @ 4:46 pm (#
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    Just made this for a homeschool meeting tomorrow, and WOW, it is FABULOUS! So much so, that I am now going to make a second batch for the fam. I will have to use “regular sized” chocolate chips though. I used up all the mini’s I had on the first batch. I used 5 cups, but it still isn’t very firm. I put it in the freezer to set up better before cutting, and while cutting it it still got pretty soft. So I think I am gonna add a touch more and see how it goes, I don’t want everyone leaving with a cavity. Great recipe and THANK YOU for sharing.

  39. Michael Ann April 1, 2013 @ 3:32 pm (#
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    This recipe is wonderful! Made it first for the fam, and then for Easter. The second time I made it, I cooked the fudge too long and when I added the chips, they melted. Got a nice marbled look though! Anyhow, I posted a photo of my own fudge and a link to this page, on my FB page!

    https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Big-Green-Bowl

  40. Dee April 19, 2013 @ 5:02 am (#
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    I just showed my partner this and I’ve been to told “I have to make it!”
    I have a question tho what is half n half ?

    • Karly — April 19th, 2013 @ 7:21 am

      Half and half is a mixture of light cream and whole milk. You can find it in dairy section. :)

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