This classic chocolate fudge recipe delivers an intensely rich and creamy dessert that is perfect for holiday gifts or special treats. By cooking sugar, milk, butter, and unsweetened chocolate to the soft-ball stage, you create a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture that sets firmly as it cools. The addition of vanilla extract enhances the chocolate depth, while coarsely chopped walnuts provide a delightful crunchy contrast to the soft fudge. This traditional confection requires careful attention to temperature but yields rewarding results. It is a timeless favorite that brings a touch of homemade elegance to any table, offering a satisfying balance of sweet indulgence and nutty texture in every bite.
Chocolate Fudge Variations
Description
This classic chocolate fudge recipe delivers an intensely rich and creamy dessert that is perfect for holiday gifts or special treats. By cooking sugar, milk, butter, and unsweetened chocolate to the soft-ball stage, you create a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture that sets firmly as it cools. The addition of vanilla extract enhances the chocolate depth, while coarsely chopped walnuts provide a delightful crunchy contrast to the soft fudge. This traditional confection requires careful attention to temperature but yields rewarding results. It is a timeless favorite that brings a touch of homemade elegance to any table, offering a satisfying balance of sweet indulgence and nutty texture in every bite.Ingredients
Directions
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Butter an 8x8x2 inch baking pan and set aside.
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In a large 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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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching, until the mixture reaches 238&# 194;°F (114ðC) (soft-ball stage) on a candy thermometer.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately.
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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 for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and begins to lose its gloss.
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Beat the mixture vigorously with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until it is thick and creamy.
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Quickly stir in the coarsely chopped walnuts.
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Spread the fudge mixture 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 before serving.
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.
