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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Fudge

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This classic old-fashioned chocolate fudge is the ultimate comfort dessert, boasting a dense, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Made with just a few pantry staples&# 226;€”unsweetened chocolate, sugar, milk, and butter—it delivers a rich, deep cocoa flavor balanced by a hint of vanilla. The key to perfect fudge lies in patience: reaching the correct soft-ball stage ensures it sets beautifully without becoming grainy or too hard. Ideal for holiday cookie exchanges, winter gatherings, or simply satisfying a serious chocolate craving, this fudge is a timeless treat. It’s simple to make if you follow the temperature guidelines, resulting in squares of pure indulgence that are better than any store-bought version.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 1619.5
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This classic old-fashioned chocolate fudge is the ultimate comfort dessert, boasting a dense, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Made with just a few pantry staples&# 226;€”unsweetened chocolate, sugar, milk, and butter—it delivers a rich, deep cocoa flavor balanced by a hint of vanilla. The key to perfect fudge lies in patience: reaching the correct soft-ball stage ensures it sets beautifully without becoming grainy or too hard. Ideal for holiday cookie exchanges, winter gatherings, or simply satisfying a serious chocolate craving, this fudge is a timeless treat. It’s simple to make if you follow the temperature guidelines, resulting in squares of pure indulgence that are better than any store-bought version.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cup Milk
  • 4 ounce Unsweetened chocolate (sqs)
  • 4 cup Sugar
  • 3 tablespoon Light corn syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 tablespoon Butter or margarine
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine milk and unsweetened chocolate in a medium heavy saucepan.
  2. 2
    Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  3. 3
    Stir in sugar, corn syrup, and salt.
  4. 4
    Increase heat to medium and bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
  5. 5
    Once boiling, stop stirring and attach a candy thermometer. Cook until the mixture reaches 234°F (112°C) (soft-ball stage).
  6. 6
    Immediately remove the saucepan from heat.
  7. 7
    Add vanilla and butter, but do not stir yet.
  8. 8
    Let the mixture cool in the pan until it reaches 110°F or feels lukewarm to the touch.
  9. 9
    Beat vigorously with a wooden spoon until the fudge thickens and loses its glossy sheen, becoming matte. This may take about 15 minutes.
  10. 10
    Spread the thickened fudge immediately into a buttered 8x8x2-inch pan.
  11. 11
    Let stand at room temperature until completely set and cool, then cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1619.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38.7g60%
Saturated Fat 21.1g106%
Cholesterol 1.8mg1%
Sodium 1397.4mg59%
Total Carbohydrate 313.0g105%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g47%
Sugars 294.3g
Protein 8.3g17%

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

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