Rich, creamy and decadent. Fudge. Gluten Free Cookies and Cream Fudge to be exact. Don’t worry about breaking out the candy thermometer for this recipe. It’s an easy fudge recipe with condensed milk. Melt, mix, pour, done. Are you ready? Let’s get started.
Gluten Free Cookies and Cream Fudge
Cookies and cream is a flavor combo that isn’t always enjoyed by those on a gluten free diet. Not every store sells gluten free dessert items with that flavor profile. Thankfully, gluten free chocolate cream cookies are a little more accessible and making this fudge is easy.
The Gluten Free Cookies and Cream Fudge recipe that I’ve got uses crumbled up cream cookies that you can find either in the store on online. The cookie pieces are mixed into melted white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk for the first layer of fudge. The second layer of fudge is chocolate which uses the remaining can of condensed milk.
The fudge isn’t cooked to a certain temperature like in some recipes. I use a DIY double boiler to melt the chocolate before adding the remaining ingredients.
What is a Double Boiler
A double boiler is made up of two pots that sit on top of one another. They are used for melting and cooking delicate foods using steam as the heat source. A small amount of water is placed in the larger bottom pot and brought to a simmer or boil. Food is placed in the smaller top pot that nestles into the bottom pot. The bottom of the top pot should not touch the surface of the water in the bottom pot.
How to Make a Double Boiler
- Place a saucepan on the stove with a few inches of water in the bottom.
- Bring the water to a simmer.
- Place a metal or glass bowl over the saucepan of simmering water, making sure the bowl fits snugly but does not touch the water in the bottom saucepan.
Cookies and Cream Fudge Recipe Tips
The Chocolate – Use semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate chips in the recipe.
Melting the Chocolate – Melt the chocolate gently in the double boiler. Use medium low heat and bring the water to a simmer.
Gluten Free Chocolate Creme Cookies – Find gluten free chocolate creme cookies in your grocery store or online. Glutino, Goodie Girl, or Great Value are all options that work.
Use Parchment Paper or Wax Paper – Line the baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper so the fudge comes out of the pan easily.
Cookies and Cream Fudge is an easy fudge recipe if you’ve made fudge before or are not a candy making pro. It’s sweet and delicious. I hope you give this recipe a try.
More Gluten Free Desserts
No Fuss Gluten Free Banana Pudding – Banana Pudding is mostly gluten free. Swap the vanilla wafers out for gluten free ones and you’ve got an easy no fuss dessert perfect for potlucks, picnics and more.
Gluten Free Apple Crisp –Apples and warm spices get topped with a slightly sweet and buttery oat topping.
Honey Nut Cheerios Brownies – Honey Nut Cheerios make a great blond style brownie by providing great texture to this sweet treat.
Old Fashioned Ice Box Cake – “Cook” this gluten free cake in the refrigerator. This minimal ingredient recipe is creamy, sweet, and delicious without heating up the kitchen.
Peanut Butter Bars – A favorite flavor combination together in one gluten free dessert bar.
Follow me on Pinterest for even more gluten free recipes.
Gluten Free Cookies and Cream Fudge
Ingredients
- 12 oz Bag Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 12 oz Bag White Chocolate Chips
- 14 oz Can Sweetened Condensed Milk, Divided in Half
- 10.5 oz Package Gluten Free Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, such as Glutino, Goodie Girl, or Great Value
- 3 Tbs Unsalted Butter
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract, Divided in Half
Instructions
- Break up 11 gluten free chocolate sandwich cookies and set aside.
- Line an 8×8 baking pan with wax paper or parchment.
For the Cookies and Cream Layer
- Place a saucepan on the stove with a few inches of water in the bottom.
- Bring the water to a simmer over medium low heat.
- Place a metal or glass bowl over the saucepan of simmering water, making sure the bowl fits snugly but does not touch the water in the bottom saucepan.
- Add the white chocolate chips and half of the can of sweetened condensed milk to bowl.
- Melt the chips and milk together until smooth.
- Remove the mix from the stove.
- Quickly stir in the crumbled cookies and ½ tsp vanilla extract.
- Spread the mix evenly into the prepared pan.
- Place pan in the refrigerator and let the cookie layer to set for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
For the Chocolate Layer
- After the white chocolate layer has firmed up set up the double boiler again.
- Add the chocolate chips and butter to the bowl and melt together until smooth.
- Remove the bowl from the heat and stir in the remaining sweetened condensed milk and ½ vanilla extract and stir until smooth.
- Spread the chocolate over the top of the cookies and cream layer.
- Return the pan to the refrigerator and let the layer set for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Once fudge has set, remove from the pan, peel off the parchment paper and cut into squares.
- Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator but it’s ok to leave out for a bit if you’re making it for guests. Know it will soften up a bit.
Notes
- The Chocolate – Use semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate chips in the recipe.
- Melting the Chocolate – Melt the chocolate gently in the double boiler. The water should be simmering. Use medium low heat for this.
- Gluten Free Chocolate Creme Cookies – Find the gluten free cookies in your grocery store or online. Look for Glutino, GoodieGirl or Great Value.
- Use Parchment Paper or Wax Paper – Line the baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper so the fudge comes out of the pan easily.
