Old Fashioned Creamy Fudge

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, velvety chocolate fudge with a classic homemade texture
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This old-fashioned creamy fudge is a timeless treat that delivers intense chocolate flavor and a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with simple pantry staples like sugar, milk, Hershey’s baking chocolate, and a touch of corn syrup to prevent crystallization, this dessert is both indulgent and surprisingly straightforward. The addition of butter and vanilla elevates the richness, while careful temperature control ensures the perfect soft-ball consistency. Ideal for holiday gift boxes, cookie trays, or as a decadent finish to a family dinner, this fudge captures the nostalgic essence of traditional confectionery. It’s a sweet, comforting classic that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.

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Old Fashioned Creamy Fudge

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 903.0

Description

This old-fashioned creamy fudge is a timeless treat that delivers intense chocolate flavor and a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with simple pantry staples like sugar, milk, Hershey's baking chocolate, and a touch of corn syrup to prevent crystallization, this dessert is both indulgent and surprisingly straightforward. The addition of butter and vanilla elevates the richness, while careful temperature control ensures the perfect soft-ball consistency. Ideal for holiday gift boxes, cookie trays, or as a decadent finish to a family dinner, this fudge captures the nostalgic essence of traditional confectionery. It&# 226;ÂÂs a sweet, comforting classic that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine sugar, milk, baking chocolate, corn syrup, and salt in a heavy 2-quart saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture boils.
  3. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 234ðF (112ðC) (soft-ball stage), or until a small amount dropped into cold water forms a soft ball.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat.
  5. Add butter and vanilla to the hot mixture, but do not stir.
  6. Let the fudge cool at room temperature without stirring until it reaches 110ðF.
  7. Beat the fudge vigorously until it thickens and loses its glossy sheen.
  8. Quickly pour the fudge into a lightly buttered 8-inch square pan.
  9. Allow to cool completely before cutting into pieces.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 903.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.3g39%
Saturated Fat 15.4g77%
Cholesterol 17.0mg6%
Sodium 1301.8mg55%
Total Carbohydrate 165.4g56%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g30%
Sugars 153.6g
Protein 4.9g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

Accurate temperature is key. Use a candy thermometer for best results. If you don't have one, test the soft-ball stage by dropping a tiny amount of syrup into ice water; it should form a soft, pliable ball that flattens when pressed.

Lightly butter the pan before pouring to ensure easy removal later. Do not stir after adding butter and vanilla until the cooling step is complete, as this can affect the texture.

This recipe yields approximately 1-1/2 pounds of fudge.

Keywords: chocolate, fudge, dessert, sweet, homemade, holiday, gift, classic, creamy, baking, confection, indulgent, soft ball, vanilla, butter, milk, sugar, corn syrup, hershey, traditional
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