Lavender Fudge

This Lavender Fudge is a smooth, creamy fudge with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a lovely lavender flavor! If you haven't always been a fan of floral desserts you may think to avoid this recipe but when they are done right, they are delicious. If you're not sure whether you're a lavender fan, give this recipe a try and see what you think. Enjoy this fudge plain, or give it a drizzle of chocolate and a cute candy topping.

Ingredients

3/4 cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon culinary lavender

4 ounces (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter

2 cups sugar

3/4 teaspoon salt

12 ounceswhite chocolate

7 ounces marshmallow cream

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

3 to 4 drops purple food coloring, preferably Americolor Regal Purple

4 ounces chocolate, optional