Orkney Fudge Cheesecake
Any visitor to Orkney over the past couple of decades will have been unable to leave the islands without trying what has become a local institution — the Orkney fudge cheesecake. Rich and creamy, it is made with local fudge and is possibly the most moreish cheesecake ever. If you can’t find Orkney fudge, use another good quality fudge. I have even used tablet for this and it works pretty well, too. It is easier to grate the fudge if it is well chilled first. Decorate with extra grated fudge or with seasonal berries.
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