5-Minute Fudge | Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

This morning, as Christmas draws ever closer, I found myself bustling in the kitchen at our cozy 1870s Homestead. The cookie platters were coming together beautifully, but something about the first one I assembled seemed incomplete. That’s when I decided to whip up a batch of chocolate cheesecake fudge—something I’d never attempted before. The quick and simple method proved perfect for this last-minute addition, and the results were nothing short of delightful.

I began with three cups of chocolate, using whatever I had on hand—a mix of white chocolate, dark chocolate, and chocolate chips. To make it gluten-free for my daughter-in-law, I added some finely chopped gluten-free strawberry shortbread cookies, which added a pleasant texture and a hint of cheesecake charm. The process was straightforward: melt the chocolate with a can of sweetened condensed milk on the stove, then whisk in a box of Jell-O cheesecake pudding mix. I found it took a bit of effort to get the pudding mix fully dissolved, but it was worth the trouble.

Once the mixture was smooth and creamy, I stirred in the chopped cookies and poured everything into a square pan lined with parchment paper. For a festive touch, I sprinkled cookie crumbs and a handful of colorful Christmas sprinkles on top. After a few taps to release any air bubbles, I set the pan in the refrigerator to chill for two to three hours. The result was a rich and decadent fudge that sliced beautifully and stored well in a tin on the porch.

This recipe became a hit in our household and with our neighbors. It added just the right touch to our Christmas celebrations, and by the end of the festivities, only a few pieces were left. If you’re looking for a last-minute gift or something special for your own table, this fudge might be just the thing.

Recipe: Chocolate Cheesecake Fudge Ingredients:
3 cups mixed chocolate (white, dark, or chocolate chips)
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 box Jell-O cheesecake pudding mix
½ to ¾ cup chopped gluten-free strawberry shortbread cookies (optional)
Cookie crumbs and Christmas sprinkles for topping

Instructions:
Melt the chocolate with the sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until smooth.
Add the pudding mix and whisk thoroughly until completely dissolved.
Stir in the chopped cookies, then pour the mixture into a parchment-lined square pan.
Sprinkle with cookie crumbs and festive sprinkles. Tap the pan gently to release air bubbles.
Chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
Slice into squares and enjoy or store in a cool place.

I hope you’ll try this recipe and make it your own. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from our homestead to yours!
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00:00 Introduction and Merry Christmas
00:41 Gathering Ingredients for Fudge
01:26 Melting Chocolate and Adding Pudding Mix
02:57 Assembling and Decorating the Fudge
03:36 Chilling and Storing the Fudge
04:22 Serving and Gifting the Fudge
05:00 Preparing Cookie Plates for Christmas
05:41 Wrapping Up the Christmas Series

[ponshomeplace]

Merry Christmas, Todd and Rachel. Thank you for the channel. 🎄

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Merry Christmas to you and your family! Thank you for the joy you share with us year-round.

[NotableNikki]

This was such a relaxing series to watch! So festive and cozy!

[Gina-degb]

THANK YOU FOR THE WONDERFUL RECIPE, AND A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU 🎄⛄🦌

[Devie-qg]

Don't you love how simple it is. You can make it even more simple by using the microwave. Delicious!

How I want to try it with cheesecake jello mix. Yummy yummy.

[marking-time-gardens]

Love the fudge recipe... thank you! Christmas blessings on you and Todd and your whole family!🌻🐛🌿💚🙏💕👵

[angietaylor]

Merry Christmas Rachel, Todd and beautiful family 🎄💚💚🎄

[pamschonfarber]

I made up the cocoa mix recipe, when my grandson was here for gingerbread house and cookie making, it was so good, I had gotten some peppermint spoons & added mini marshmallows, I ended up making a big jar for each family and topped with the marshmallows, it looked like a giant mug of cocoa, thank you, that will be an annual gift now for the littles❤

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Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!

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Merry Christmas! Love you folks' posts.

[conniemcgehee]

merry christmas. i really enjoyed watching you bake and prepare.

[mackenzie]

Been enjoying your christmas series and cookie recipes, this looks wonderful might have to give this a go for our christmas party at work this Wednesday! Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you and your family, wishing you all happiness 😊🥳🎄

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Merry Christmas! We didn’t have a garden in 2024 but we’re hoping to be back bigger and better than ever next year. Can you show us how you plan out your seeds, plants, garden, etc? Thanks for all you do!!

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Merry Christmas 🎄 Rachel and Todd, may it be a restful and peaceful one 🎅🏻♥️🇬🇧

[pamschonfarber]

Merry Christmas Todd & Rachel & your family

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I just love that she takes care of her gf dil. My own family won’t pay any attention to my celiac. God bless you sweet woman-

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Meery christmas rachel and todd and entire fam..ox from.NH