This classic chocolate fudge is the ultimate comfort dessert, offering a dense, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Made with simple pantry staples like sugar, butter, and unsweetened chocolate, it delivers a deep, indulgent cocoa flavor balanced by the earthy crunch of walnuts. The recipe is incredibly versatile; feel free to swap the nuts for pecans, add toasted coconut, or fold in mint candies for a refreshing twist. Whether you are hosting a holiday gathering or simply craving a sweet treat, this fudge is easy to make and perfect for gifting. It requires patience to reach the soft-ball stage, but the result is a luxurious, old-fashioned confection that brings nostalgic joy to any table.
Chocolate Fudge Variations
Description
This classic chocolate fudge is the ultimate comfort dessert, offering a dense, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Made with simple pantry staples like sugar, butter, and unsweetened chocolate, it delivers a deep, indulgent cocoa flavor balanced by the earthy crunch of walnuts. The recipe is incredibly versatile; feel free to swap the nuts for pecans, add toasted coconut, or fold in mint candies for a refreshing twist. Whether you are hosting a holiday gathering or simply craving a sweet treat, this fudge is easy to make and perfect for gifting. It requires patience to reach the soft-ball stage, but the result is a luxurious, old-fashioned confection that brings nostalgic joy to any table.Ingredients
Directions
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Butter an 8x8x2 inch baking pan and set aside.
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In a 3 1/2-quart heavy saucepan, combine the sugar and unflavored gelatin, stirring to mix evenly.
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Add the milk, unsweetened chocolate squares, and butter to the saucepan.
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Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar.
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Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan and cook until the mixture reaches 238&# 194;°F (114ðC) (soft-ball stage).
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Alternatively, test by dropping a small amount of the mixture into cold water; it should form a soft ball that flattens when removed.
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Remove the pan from the heat immediately once the temperature is reached.
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Pour the hot mixture into a large mixing bowl.
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Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Let the mixture cool undisturbed for 25 minutes, until it begins to thicken and lose its gloss.
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Beat the mixture vigorously with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until it thickens and turns matte.
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Fold in the coarsely chopped walnuts (or your chosen variation).
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Spread the fudge quickly into the prepared pan.
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Allow the fudge to cool completely at room temperature until firm.
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Cut into squares with a sharp knife and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2079.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 114.1g176%
- Saturated Fat 34.2g172%
- Cholesterol 1.2mg1%
- Sodium 849.5mg36%
- Total Carbohydrate 236.5g79%
- Dietary Fiber 12.3g50%
- Sugars 219.2g
- Protein 39.7g80%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
