Old Fashioned Fudge
This Old Fashioned Fudge is a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate treat that combines classic flavors and simple ingredients for a perfect homemade dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup whole milk (or heavy cream for richer fudge)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips (or chopped bittersweet chocolate)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (balances sweetness)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional, for mix-in or topping
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving an overhang to lift the fudge out later; lightly grease it with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, stir together sugar, milk, and salt over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Clip a candy thermometer to the pan; bring mixture to a boil without stirring, letting it reach 234°F to 240°F (soft-ball stage), about 10–12 minutes.
- Remove from heat; quickly stir in butter until melted, followed by chocolate chips, mixing until the fudge is smooth and glossy.
- Stir in vanilla extract; then beat the fudge with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula until it begins to thicken and loses its sheen, about 2–3 minutes.
- Pour the fudge into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula; sprinkle nuts on top if using, then refrigerate until fully set, about 2 hours.
- Lift the fudge out using the parchment overhang; cut into 24 squares with a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for neat edges.
Notes
For extra creaminess, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk. You can swirl in peanut butter or add mini marshmallows before chilling for a fun twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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