This Christmas I decided to try out some new candy and cookie recipes. (Like I don’t do the same thing every holiday season!) But this year I actually over-achieved my own expectations. (I love it when that happens!) Previously I posted Chocolate Pecan Bourbon Balls, Fleur de Sel Chocolate Nut Bark, and Chocolate and Mint Chip Shortbread Cookies. Today I offer up this recipe for a heavenly hazelnut flavored fudge.

Now I know that it is really close to Christmas and time is of the essence. But if you still have someone on your list who deserves a little “something special”, I recommend a Christmas tin of this fudge as a quick and easy answer to your predicament.

The preparation is simple, the presentation delightful, and who do you know that doesn’t enjoy receiving a gift of homemade candy?

So I will make this preface quick so that you can get to work in your kitchen. Don’t have Frangelico on hand, leave it out. Don’t have Nutella, hazelnuts, or marshmallows in your pantry, you are going to have to make a trip to your local grocery store. But I’m telling you true, you’ll thank me in the end. BTW, not all of the fudge has to be shared. Tuck some away in the back of your fridge. You are more than worthy of a special Christmas treat yourself! Happy Christmas everyone.

¾ c. (1½ sticks) unsalted butter  

¾ c. evaporated milk

3 c. granulated sugar

pinch kosher salt

2 c. (12-oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips

12 oz. bag marshmallows

1 c. Nutella (chocolate-hazelnut spread)

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1 T. Frangelico (hazelnut flavored liqueur)

1 c. chopped toasted hazelnuts

Combine butter and evaporated milk in a large pot over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, stir in the sugar and salt. Stir frequently. Once the mixture reaches a rolling boil, stir constantly for 4 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips and marshmallows. Stir until completely combined and smooth. Add the Nutella, vanilla, Frangelico, and hazelnuts. Stir until well combined.

Pour into the buttered 9×13-inch pan and smooth to distribute evenly. Allow to cool before cutting. Store in your refrigerator.