Description

This Banana Fudge recipe delivers a creamy, sweet treat bursting with banana flavor and a hint of vanilla. With a smooth, rich texture enhanced by white baking chips and marshmallow fluff, it’s garnished with crushed Nilla wafers for added crunch. Perfect for banana lovers seeking a unique twist on classic fudge.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 teaspoons banana flavoring
½ teaspoon yellow food color gel
¾ cup salted sweet cream butter
½ cup half and half
⅓ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon clear vanilla flavoring
3 cups granulated sugar (plus 2 tablespoons extra)
1¾ cups white baking chips (Ghirardelli recommended)
7 ounces marshmallow fluff
2 tablespoons crushed Nilla wafers (optional garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Pan: Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, ensuring the paper extends up all four sides. Lightly spray the parchment with nonstick cooking spray and set the dish aside.
Mix Flavor and Color: In a small glass bowl, combine banana flavoring and yellow food color gel. Stir well to blend and set aside.
Melt Butter and Liquids: In a 3 to 4-quart heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, add butter, half and half, heavy cream, and clear vanilla flavoring. Stir continuously until the butter has completely melted.
Add Sugar and Simmer: Stir in the granulated sugar and continue stirring constantly as the mixture slowly comes to a simmer, which should take about 6 to 7 minutes. Keep stirring and allow the mixture to simmer gently for an additional 3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Incorporate White Baking Chips: Add the white baking chips to the hot mixture, cover the saucepan, and let it rest for 3 to 4 minutes. Then stir until the chips have fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in Marshmallow Fluff: Add the marshmallow fluff and stir thoroughly until it is completely incorporated into the fudge mixture.
Add Banana Flavor and Color: Pour in the banana flavor and yellow food gel mixture, continuing to stir until the fudge mixture is evenly colored and flavored.
Pour into Pan: Using a silicone or offset spatula, spread the banana fudge evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle crushed Nilla wafers evenly over the top and cover with aluminum foil.
Cool and Set: Let the fudge sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to start setting, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until firm. Once set, lift the fudge out using the parchment paper, cut into a 5×5 grid for 25 pieces, and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan for even heat distribution and to prevent scorching.
White baking chips should be high-quality for the best melt and flavor; Ghirardelli is recommended.
Banana flavoring is key to achieving the signature taste, do not substitute with banana extract as it may alter the flavor profile.
Optional garnish of crushed Nilla wafers adds a delightful crunch complementing the smooth fudge.
Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within one week for best freshness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: banana fudge, homemade fudge, banana dessert, creamy fudge, marshmallow fudge, white chocolate fudge, sweet treat