Pralines and Cream Fudge (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ White Chocolate Fudge

01 - 540 g white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
02 - 395 g sweetened condensed milk

→ Praline Swirl

03 - 100 g granulated sugar
04 - 90 g light brown sugar, packed
05 - 120 ml heavy whipping cream
06 - 56 g unsalted butter, cubed
07 - 1/4 tsp baking soda
08 - 120 g pecans, chopped
09 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
10 - 1/4 tsp fine salt

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Line a 23 x 33 cm baking pan with parchment paper. Combine white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk in a large saucepan. Melt gently over medium-low heat, stirring until fully smooth. Pour the mixture evenly into the lined pan.
02 - In a separate medium saucepan over medium-high heat, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, cream, butter, and baking soda. Attach a candy thermometer and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 113°C. Remove from heat immediately.
03 - Stir in the chopped pecans, vanilla extract, and salt. Allow the mixture to cool for 3–4 minutes, then stir until it begins to thicken and loses its sheen.
04 - Quickly spoon the praline mixture over the warm white chocolate base. Using a silicone spatula, gently lift and fold sections of the fudge over the praline to create a marbled effect. Repeat until well swirled, then press evenly into the pan.
05 - Let the fudge cool completely at room temperature for at least 1 hour. Once firm, lift it from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - A candy thermometer is essential to ensure the praline sets with the ideal fudgy texture.
02 - Work swiftly to marble the praline before the fudge begins to firm up.
03 - Optionally, sprinkle a touch of flaky sea salt over the surface before cooling for a sweet-salty finish.
04 - Fudge keeps well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freezes for 3 months.