Espresso Martini Fudge

Have you ever had a grainy and crumbly piece of fudge that feels like you’re crunching down on sweet sand? Me too, and it made me afraid to buy it again. Enter: this foolproof method of making a silky smooth, melt-in-your mouth fudge that quickly comes together without having to use a candy thermometer. Plus, if you're still obsessed with the iconic coffee cocktail, then you're going to be doubly in love with this recipe. I created this espresso martini version because coffee just makes everything better, especially when paired with chocolate and my favorite Irish cream liqueur. Plus, who can say no to that adorable coffee bean garnish?

There’s a time, place, and mood for standing over the stovetop and waiting for your sugar to reach the right temperature, but for this recipe, all you need to do is mix, melt, pour, and slice! Patience and planning do come in during the setting time: As much as I would love to dig in right away, you have to let it set before you can bite into the rich goodness. The good news? That means that you can prep this dessert up to 5 days ahead of time, making it the perfect make-ahead treat you can rely on for any party or cocktail hour.

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