Indulgent Fudge Made Easy: A Choco-Lover’s Dream
This indulgent fudge is a chocolate lover's dream, perfect for satisfying cravings with a few simple ingredients.
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- spatula
- 8-inch square pan
Ingredients
Fudge Base
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter do not substitute with margarine
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure vanilla for extra depth
Optional Add-ins
- 1 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans work beautifully
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Fudge
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of granulated sugar, ½ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ cup of milk, and ½ cup of unsalted butter. Heat over medium heat while stirring continuously until the mixture reaches a gentle boil.
- Allow the fudge mixture to cook undisturbed for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until it thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a minute. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and fold in 1 cup of chopped nuts if desired.
- Pour the fudge mixture into a greased 8-inch square pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Let the fudge cool at room temperature until fully set, about 1 to 2 hours, before slicing into squares.
Notes
Allow your fudge to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. It can stay fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature, 2 weeks in the fridge, and up to 3 months in the freezer.
Nutrition
Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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