Description
This fudge recipe is simple and perfect for chocolate lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (600g) granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa (Dutch processed)
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups (360ml) whole milk
- 1/4 cup (56g) salted butter (room temperature) *If using unsalted butter, increase salt to 1/4 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch square pan with buttered parchment paper for easy removal later.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa, and salt. Add the milk and stir with a wooden spoon (avoid metal spoons).
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches a strong boil (about 15 minutes).
- Lower the heat to medium-low and cook without stirring until the temperature reaches 234°F (112°C) — around 30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the butter and vanilla extract, but don’t stir. Let the mixture cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes).
- Once the mixture reaches 110°F (43°C), use a wooden spoon to beat the fudge for 6-8 minutes until it starts losing its gloss.
- Quickly spread the fudge into the prepared pan and let it cool completely, preferably overnight at room temperature.
- Once cooled, cut the fudge into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Try using different flavor extracts for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg