This Pumpkin Cookies and Cream Fudge needs a place on your dessert table this fall. Soft, pumpkin fudge with chocolate cookie chunks...yes, please.
I have jumped back on the fudge making train. For a little while I was trying to make a new flavor every month, but I slacked off lately.
Recently I got the fudge making urge again, and now I can't stop thinking of fun flavors to create.
I think fudge all year round sounds so much better than fudge at the holidays. Any time we visit craft fairs, markets, or theme parks I have to check out their fudge booths.
You never know what fun flavors you might find there. This Turtle Cheesecake Fudge was inspired from one of the fairs we visited one year.
I was so excited to see instant pumpkin spice pudding in stores the other day. Our local grocery store has it again this year, and I couldn't wait to make something fun with it.
Of course, fudge is on my brain, so I knew this would be the perfect flavor to add to a cookies and cream fudge. These Pumpkin Oreo Cheesecakes are one of our favorite recipes, so I knew a pumpkin Oreo fudge would be delicious too.
The pumpkin pudding just adds a small pumpkin spice flavor that is so enjoyable, and the cookies get soft from being swirled into the fudge. I had a hard time only eating one piece.
My advice, stop at the store and find the pumpkin pudding ASAP. It is a seasonal item, and I don't know how long it will stick around.
I recommend buying a few boxes, so you can make these M&M Pumpkin Pudding Cookies and this Pumpkin Fudge Eclair Cake too.
This pumpkin fudge does take some time to set up, so give yourself some time when you make it. Do the laundry, vacuum, or catch up on your favorite tv show.
Whatever you do, make sure you wait to cut into it. I actually like to make it the night before, so it is ready to cut in the morning.
How to make Pumpkin Cookies and Cream Fudge:
- Add the white chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk to a large pot. Stir over medium heat until melted and creamy.
- Pour in the dry instant pudding mix and continue to stir for a few minutes, so the pudding mix has time to dissolve some.
- Stir in the marshmallow cream, then add the cookies chunks and stir gently.
- Spoon the fudge into a pan and refrigerate until set.
- Cut into squares and let them sit until they come to room temperature. (full recipe below)
Tips for making this Pumpkin Fudge:
- Line your pan with foil or parchment paper. Do not use waxed paper because the hot fudge will melt the paper and it will stick to the finished fudge.
- Keep the fudge in the refrigerator all night. The next day take it out of the pan and cut into small bite-sized pieces. Let the fudge come to room temperature, as it will finish setting up and drying out a bit.
- Do not cut into this fudge too soon. Be patient because if you cut into it too early, it will be too soft. If you are serving this for parties or giving it as a gift, let the cookies and cream fudge set completely.
Other easy fudge recipes you may like:
- Peanut Butter Avalanche Fudge
- Orange Creamsicle Fudge
- Milk Chocolate S'mores Fudge
- Strawberry Rocky Road Fudge
- Butterfinger Reese's Fudge
- Chocolate Cherry Marshmallow Fudge
- Funfetti Cookies and Cream Fudge
Recipe
Pumpkin Cookies and Cream Fudge
This Pumpkin Cookies and Cream Fudge is loaded with Oreo cookie chunks. Add this easy cookies and cream fudge to your holiday trays this year.
Ingredients
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 - 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 - 3.4 ounce box instant pumpkin spice pudding*
- 1 cup marshmallow cream
- 2 cups Oreo cookie chunks (16-20 cookies)
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 pan with foil or parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan stir together the white chips, butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Heat over low-medium heat until melted and creamy.
- Add the packet of dry instant pudding and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the marshmallow cream and stir until melted and creamy.
- Gently stir in the cookie chunks, being careful to not crush them.
- Pour the hot fudge into the prepared pan. Refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Lift the paper and fudge out of the pan and cut into 36 squares using a hot knife. Let the fudge come to room temperature before covering it. The air will help it dry out better.
- Store in a loosely sealed container on the counter.
Notes
If you can't find the pumpkin pudding, try adding 1-2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice to a white chocolate pudding mix.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 36 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 207Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 89mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 1gSugar: 24gProtein: 3g
*The post for Pumpkin Cookies and Cream Fudge was first published on October 17, 2013. The post and photos have been updated and republished on November 12, 2019.
Trish - Mom On Timeout
Totally yummy Jocelyn! Great tips about letting the fudge set up too - it sure can be hard sometimes ๐
Chels R.
Looks super good! I need to play with fudge more often.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Chels! And yes, yes you do ๐
Valerie | From Valerie's Kitchen
I think this is the first time I've been to your site and I can't imagine how that is even possible! I love it and will be back for sure. I have never seen pumpkin spice pudding but now I am super intrigued. This is such a great one for Halloween!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you Valerie!! I'm so glad you've stopped by!! ๐
Erin | The Emerging Foodie
Yum! Love this idea for pumpkin + cookies and cream, Jocelyn! ๐
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Erin!!
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry
Omg I love this! Cookies and cream is my favorite but with the pumpkin, amazing.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Nicole!!
Brenda @ SweetSimpleStuff
I am very happy that you hopped on the fudge train, again! Patience is definitely the hardest part of making fudge ... I'm sure that tons of fudge are eaten with spoons ๐
Jocelyn Brubaker
You're probably right! ๐ Thanks Brenda!!
Megan - The Emotional Baker
Oh. My. Goodness. This looks and sounds amazing. Can't wait to give it a try ๐
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Megan!!
Peter @Feed Your Soul Too
Love the addition of pumpkin to this fudge. I bet these are super rich. I featured them in my Friday Five โ chocolate addition over @ Feed Your Soul Too โ http://www.feedyoursoul2.com/2013/10/friday-five-chocolate-addition.html
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thank you so very much Peter!! ๐
Liz
I can't wait to whip some of this up for my girls weekend! Thanks Jocelyn! ๐
Jocelyn Brubaker
Please let me know how you liked it!! ๐
Marcie
You are so inspiring me to make fudge...which I've never made in my life. Please don't judge me! I've just never been excited about it until recently seeing all of your delicious flavors!
Jocelyn Brubaker
You totally need to!! I'm serious!! ๐
Tieghan
I only ever think of fudge around Christmas and I have no idea why! It is so good, I need to make it more! I Love how cute and Halloweeny these look!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Yes, you do! ๐ Thanks Tieghan!!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
I'm all over the fudge train! Especially this one!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Dorothy!!
Averie @ Averie Cooks
The little cookie pieces are such a contrast to the orange and they look so neat and tidy. Whenever I've made fudge w/ cookies, there's always lots of crumbs and messy bits!
Jocelyn Brubaker
I've definitely had that happen before!! ๐
Jess @ On Sugar Mountain
I am falling in love with this fall fudge lol! ๐ I already love cookie and cream, and adding pumpkin sounds awesome!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Jess!!
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent
Love pumpkin fudge. We were on Mackinac Island for vacation in the Fall once.. and we went to every shop and taste tested their "pumpkin" fudge to find the best ๐ I may have to try this out and see how it compares.
Jocelyn Brubaker
I'd love to know how mine compares!! ๐
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet
I love the pumpkin spice pudding! I have boxes of it in my cabinet! You are the fudge queen! Love it!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Nancy!!
Erin | The Law Student's Wife
Fudge is a good idea at anytime of year and this pumpkin version is perfect for fall! PS. I have made that wax paper mistake too--definitely something you only try once!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Erin!!
Beth @ bethcakes
Love those big Oreo chunks! I haven't seen that pumpkin spice pudding, but I'm going to have to keep my eye out for that! And please don't ever get off the fudge train. ๐
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Beth!! ๐
Aimee @ ShugarySweets
Gorgeous. And delicious I'm sure. But I'm still giggling at you saying "fudge urge". hehe. Sounds hilarious!!!!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Now I can't stop saying it!! Lol! Thanks! ๐
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes
Your photos are always so amazing!! Teach me your ways! ๐ I love all your pumpkin recipes and this one is no exception...
Jocelyn Brubaker
Aww, thanks Ashley!! ๐