Easy Homemade Pumpkin Fudge for Fall

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There’s something about homemade fudge that makes a fall afternoon feel a little more special. Add pumpkin and warm pumpkin pie spices, and you have a treat that tastes like autumn in every bite.

This easy pumpkin fudge is creamy, sweet, and packed with pumpkin spice flavor.

It’s also surprisingly simple to make, which makes it a great recipe to have on hand when you need something for a fall gathering, Thanksgiving dessert table, or homemade gift.

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And unlike some candy recipes, you don’t need a candy thermometer or a lot of complicated equipment. Just a saucepan, a baking pan, and a little patience while the fudge sets.

Why You’ll Love This Pumpkin Fudge

If you’re a pumpkin spice fan, this recipe is an easy one to add to your fall baking list.

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The pumpkin gives the fudge a beautiful autumn color and adds just enough pumpkin flavor without overpowering the creamy white chocolate.

The pumpkin pie spice brings everything together with those familiar flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and warm fall spices.

I also love that this recipe can be made ahead. Once the fudge has completely set, you can cut it into small squares and keep it refrigerated until you’re ready to serve it.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Fudge

You only need a handful of simple ingredients:

White chocolate chips
Sweetened condensed milk
Pumpkin puree
Butter
Pumpkin pie spice
Vanilla extract
Salt

Make sure you use pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling. Pumpkin pie filling already contains sugar and spices, which can change the texture and sweetness of the fudge.

How to Make Pumpkin Fudge

Prepare the Pan

Start by lining an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.

I like to leave a little extra parchment hanging over two sides of the pan. Once the fudge is set, you can simply lift the whole thing out of the pan and place it on a cutting board.

This makes cutting the fudge much easier.

Melt the Chocolate

Add the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, pumpkin puree, and butter to a saucepan.

Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring frequently.

You don’t want the mixture to boil. Just keep stirring until the chocolate is completely melted and everything is smooth and creamy.

Add the Pumpkin Spice

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and a small pinch of salt.

The vanilla helps round out the flavors, while the salt keeps the fudge from tasting overly sweet.

Give everything a good stir until the spices are evenly distributed.

Pour Into the Pan

Pour the pumpkin fudge mixture into your prepared baking pan.

Use a spatula to spread it into an even layer.

If you want to dress it up a little, you could sprinkle the top with a tiny bit of additional pumpkin pie spice or some finely chopped pecans before refrigerating.

Let the Fudge Set

Place the pan in the refrigerator and let the fudge chill until it is completely firm.

This will take several hours, so this is a good recipe to make the day before you need it.

Once it has set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper.

Place it on a cutting board and cut it into small squares.

Because fudge is rich and sweet, you don’t need very large pieces. Small squares are perfect for serving on a dessert tray or packaging up as a little fall treat.

Tips for Making Pumpkin Fudge

Use low heat. White chocolate can scorch easily, so keep the heat low and stir frequently.

Don’t skip the parchment paper. It makes removing the finished fudge so much easier.

Let it chill completely. If you try to cut the fudge before it has fully set, you’ll end up with messy squares instead of nice clean pieces.

Cut it small. This fudge is rich, so bite-sized pieces are perfect.

Store it in the refrigerator. Keep the fudge in an airtight container and refrigerate it until you’re ready to serve it.

Make a Pumpkin Dessert Tray

This pumpkin fudge would be adorable on a fall dessert tray with a few other homemade treats.

If you’re putting together a pumpkin-themed spread, you could pair it with my Easy Pumpkin Pie Crisp, which has a creamy pumpkin filling and a buttery oat and pecan topping.

For something to serve alongside coffee, try my Homemade Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer. It’s an easy way to turn your regular morning coffee into a cozy fall drink.

And if you’re planning a fall baking day, my 6 Cozy Pumpkin Recipes You’ll Want This Fall roundup has several more ideas, including pumpkin cinnamon rolls, pumpkin pancakes, pumpkin muffins, and pumpkin coffee cake.

More Pumpkin Recipes to Try

If you can’t get enough pumpkin this time of year, here are a few more recipes to add to your list:

Pumpkin fudge makes a fun addition to a Thanksgiving dessert table because you can make it ahead of time and cut it into small pieces before your guests arrive.

It also makes a great little hostess gift. Put a few pieces into a small holiday tin or cellophane bag, tie it with a pretty ribbon, and you’ve got a homemade fall gift that feels much more special than something picked up at the store.

And honestly, you don’t need a special occasion to make it.

Sometimes you just need a cup of coffee, a cozy afternoon, and a little pumpkin fudge sitting in the refrigerator.

If you love pumpkin season as much as I do, be sure to check out my 6 Cozy Pumpkin Recipes You’ll Want This Fall for even more pumpkin recipes to make this fall.

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