Many banana fudge recipes rely on instant banana pudding or extracts, which can sometimes create an artificial taste or a slight grainy texture. Our recipe combines high-quality banana flavoring with marshmallow fluff and white baking chips. This creates a creamy consistency and an authentic banana taste that doesn’t overpower the sweetness.
In addition, unlike other banana fudge recipes that require overnight chilling or freezing to maintain texture, ours reaches the perfect firmness in a few hours without the need for a lengthy set-up.
Banana Fudge Ingredients
This yummy fudge is indulgent, combining the creamy richness of traditional fudge with the tropical taste of ripe bananas.
The banana flavor is prominent but not overpowering, offering a pleasant fruity essence. Classic Nilla wafers provide an addictive crunch to keep you coming back for more.
To make this delicious fudge, you’ll need these main ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons of banana flavoring
- ½ teaspoon of yellow food color gel
- ¾ cup of salted sweet cream butter
- ½ cup of half and half
- ⅓ cup of heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon of clear vanilla flavoring
- 3 cups + 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 1¾ cups of white baking chips
- 1 (7-ounce) container of marshmallow fluff
- 2 tablespoons of crushed Nilla wafers
Banana Fudge Recipe Substitutions and Additions
FOOD COLOR GEL: If you prefer a more natural look, skip the food color gel when making the fudge.
WHITE BAKING CHIPS: Feel free to experiment with different flavors of white baking chips for unique variations.
COOKIE CRUMBS: Replace crushed Nilla wafers with crushed graham crackers, chocolate cookies, or ginger snaps.
How To Make Banana Fudge
Thanks to this easy banana fudge recipe, you won’t need a double boiler or to use a candy thermometer. You only need a few simple ingredients and you’re ready to go!
Let’s start by combining the ingredients in a pan on the stove. Once it is ready, spread it in your pan before giving it time to set.
STEP ONE: Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, making sure the parchment paper goes up all four sides of the baking dish.
Lightly spray the parchment paper with nonstick cooking spray. Set it aside.
STEP TWO: Add the banana flavoring and yellow food color gel to a small glass bowl. Stir to combine. Set it aside.
A glass bowl will not stain. You can also use a small yellow bowl or a disposable bowl
STEP THREE: Add the butter, half and half, heavy cream, and clear vanilla flavoring to a three to four-quart heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
Stir continuously until the butter is melted.
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