Tiramisu Fudge Bars
This fudgey dessert was not born from a want, but a need. I was looking for an addition to my holiday cookie box that had some lasting power and would ship well when packed in a box. In an attempt add a fun twist to the traditional sweetened condensed milk fudge, I thought making this Italian Tiramisu inspired fudge would be a great twist. That is when we created a dessert that makes your taste buds do the Italian tarantella. Let me know what you think of my favorite easy holiday cookie box addition- Tiramisu Fudge Bars!
These aren’t just any ordinary bars. Oh no. We’re talking about a dessert that’s basically the George Balanchine of the chocolate world – a precise, luxurious dance of flavors that pirouettes between rich dark chocolate and creamy white chocolate, with a mascarpone twist that’ll make your inner foodie weep tears of pure joy.
Are these an easy no bake fudge recipe?
Yes! This is not a traditional “old-fashioned” fudge. Instead, this recipe uses sweetened condensed milk to make a super quick treat. All you have to do is combine the ingredients for each layer microwave them and layer. Then its done! SO EASY. If you are looking for other recipes to use up a bit of that extra sweetened condensed milk, try my Vietnamese Coffee Brownies!
The bite-sized Italian- Inspired Dessert that you need to try
The layers here are VERY important. You want to start by layering the bottom layer with dark chocolate. The chocolate layer will be slightly thicker than the white chocolate mascarpone layer so it is much easier to smooth this down on the bottom first. I feel it is important to use a deep dark chocolate in this portion because that sweetened condensed milk is SWEET y’all. So make sure to go for some good quality dark chips. I like ones that are intense, slightly bitter, and absolutely irresistible. The second layer is the white chocolate infused with mascarpone – the Italian cream cheese that turns ordinary desserts into culinary masterpieces. It’s smooth, it’s creamy, sophisticated, and impossible to resist.
What makes these Tiramisu Fudge Bars truly extraordinary is the marriage of textures and flavors. The dark chocolate provides a robust foundation, while the white chocolate and mascarpone layer adds a velvety softness that melts faster than your resistance to temptation.
How long do Tiramisu Fudge Bars last and how can I store them?
In an airtight container, Tiramisu Fudge Bars should stay good for 1 week. Store them in the refrigerator.
Equipment
- 1 8X8 pan
- 2 sheets parchment paper
- 1 Offset Spatula
Ingredients
Chocolate Layer
- 12 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 12 oz dark chocolate chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese
- 5 tablespoons instant coffee
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
White Chocolate Mascarpone Layer
- 12 oz white chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
- 7 oz sweetened condensed milk 1/2 can
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
Topping
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Instructions
Chocolate Coffee Layer
- In a large glass bowl, add chocolate chips, 12 oz condensed milk, mascarpone cheese, instant coffee, and salt. Melt in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until completely melted and smooth.
- Pour chocolate fudge into an 8×8" pan lined with parchment paper and sprayed lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Spread evenly. Place in the refrigerator while you prepare the next layer.
White Chocolate and Mascarpone Layer
- In a separate large heat proof bowl, heat the white chocolate chips, mascarpone, condensed milk and salt in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until completely melted and smooth.
- Scoop white chocolate layer directly on top of chocolate layer. You can dollop or just plop it on and then spread it carefully into an even layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set. Cut into small squares and store in a sealed container.
- Once fudge is set, remove from refrigerator and sift cocoa powder on top. Slice and enjoy! Fudge can stay in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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