Indulge in the delectable world of fudge, a confectionery delight that has captivated taste buds for centuries. From the classic chocolate fudge, with its rich, velvety texture and intense cocoa flavor, to the tantalizing variations that incorporate nuts, fruits, spices, and even bacon, fudge offers a symphony of flavors and textures that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
This article presents a curated collection of fudge recipes, each carefully crafted to showcase the versatility and boundless creativity of this beloved treat. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or are eager to explore innovative flavor combinations, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your palate and inspires your culinary adventures.
From the simplicity of a two-ingredient fudge, perfect for those spontaneous cravings, to the luxuriousness of a salted caramel fudge, adorned with swirls of salted caramel and a sprinkle of sea salt, these recipes cater to every skill level and occasion.
Embrace the nostalgia of childhood with the creamy peanut butter fudge, a delightful blend of peanut butter and chocolate, or embark on a culinary journey with the unique flavors of maple bacon fudge, where the smokiness of bacon harmonizes with the sweetness of maple syrup.
For those seeking a healthier indulgence, the avocado chocolate fudge offers a guilt-free alternative, packed with the goodness of avocado and naturally sweetened with honey.
And for those with dietary restrictions, the vegan chocolate fudge and gluten-free chocolate fudge provide equally delectable options, ensuring that everyone can savor the joys of fudge.
So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.
OLD-FASHIONED CHOCOLATE FUDGE
This fudge is easy to make and very delicious. Enjoy this with your loved ones. For best results be sure to use a candy thermometer.
Provided by BOOK_WORM
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Fudge Recipes Chocolate
Yield 60
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan. Set aside.
- Combine sugar, cocoa and milk in a medium saucepan. Stir to blend, then bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer. Do not stir again.
- Place candy thermometer in pan and cook until temperature reaches 238 degrees F(114 degrees C). If you are not using a thermometer, then cook until a drop of this mixture in a cup of cold water forms a soft ball. Feel the ball with your fingers to make sure it is the right consistency. It should flatten when pressed between your fingers.
- Remove from heat. Add butter or margarine and vanilla extract. Beat with a wooden spoon until the fudge loses its sheen. Do not under beat.
- Pour into prepared pan and let cool. Cut into about 60 squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 7.3 mg, Sugar 6.9 g
THE BEST EVER FUDGE BROWNIES
These brownies are so rich and fudgy and so simple to make. I got the recipe from a recipe group, and have never bought a mix again!
Provided by Tracy Graves
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter or margarine on low heat.
- Remove from heat and in same pan, stir in sugar, eggs and vanilla, stir well.
- Add in flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt.
- Stir in chips and nuts if desired.
- Bake at 350 for approx 25-30 minutes, depending on your oven.
- Do not over-bake.
FUDGE
I double the recipe and put in a glass baking dish (9x13 inches). Nice for holidays . . . Keep it for a secret and family and friends will think you worked forever on it . . . (smiles). You can also use peanut butter chips and make peanut butter fudge.
Provided by Dana
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Fudge Recipes Chocolate
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter or margarine in large microwaveable bowl. Zap in microwave on medium until chips are melted, about 3-5 minute, stirring once or twice during cooking. Stir in nuts, if desired.
- Pour into well-greased 8x8-inch glass baking dish. Refrigerate until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.9 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 51.7 mg, Sugar 13.5 g
THE ORIGINAL FANTASY FUDGE
This recipe used to be found on the back of a well known brand of marshmallow cream. Many were surprised when it was changed. This is the original! You may find that most packages of chocolate chips are 10 ounces now; 12 ounces of chocolate chips is roughly 2 cups.
Provided by CAVAMom
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Nut Candy Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 117
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Grease a 9x13-inch pan.
- Mix sugar, margarine, and evaporated milk in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Bring mixture to a full boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until melted and thoroughly combined. Beat in marshmallow creme, walnuts, and vanilla extract. Transfer fudge to the prepared pan and let cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 16.7 mg, Sugar 7.7 g
EASIEST PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE
This is the best recipe for creamy and delicious peanut butter fudge I have ever used. It is great for sharing at work.
Provided by ANGIEH
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Fudge Recipes Peanut Butter
Time 1h20m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and milk. Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter and vanilla. Pour over confectioners' sugar in a large mixing bowl. Beat until smooth; pour into an 8x8 inch dish. Chill until firm and cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.4 calories, Carbohydrate 60.1 g, Cholesterol 16.9 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 114.8 mg, Sugar 58 g
FROSTED FUDGE BROWNIES
A neighbor brought over a pan of these rich fudge brownies along with the recipe when I came home from the hospital with our baby daughter. I asked her how to make brownie frosting like that, and I've made them ever since for family occasions, potlucks and parties at work. -Sue Soderlund, Elgin, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Remove from the heat. Stir in cocoa; cool. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until blended. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to egg mixture. Stir in vanilla and the cooled chocolate mixture until well blended. , Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-28 minutes (do not overbake). Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, in a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in cocoa and vanilla. Add enough milk for the frosting to achieve spreading consistency. Spread over brownies. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
HOT FUDGE SAUCE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 25m
Yield 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the sugar, cream, cocoa and butter in a small saucepot over medium heat and cook, stirring, until the butter melts and everything is combined, a few minutes.
- Transfer to a mason jar and store in the refrigerator. It will harden as it cools so when ready to use, simply reheat in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
EASIEST PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE EVER!
Have creamy, delicious peanut butter fudge in under 10 minutes with this no-fail recipe! *WARNING* You MUST use exactly the measurements specified below, or this fudge will not set correctly.
Provided by Wildflower5656
Categories Candy
Time 2h10m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a saucepan, slowly bring the milk and sugar to a boil over medium low heat.
- Boil for exactly 2 and a half minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Remove from heat, stir in peanut butter and vanilla.
- Mix until smooth.
- Pour into greased 8" x 8" pan, and let cool before cutting. Enjoy!
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE
This is such an easy and fun recipe to make.
Provided by Jean
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Fudge Recipes Peanut Butter
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Butter one 9x9 inch pan.
- Combine the sugar, evaporated milk and cocoa in saucepan. Stir over high heat until mixture comes to a rolling boil. Lower heat to medium and continue cooking to a soft ball stage.
- Remove from heat, add peanut butter and margarine. Beat by hand until creamy; pour into prepared pan. Allow to cool and cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.7 g, Cholesterol 3.2 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 33.4 mg, Sugar 19.9 g
KRAFT'S FANTASY FUDGE
Make and share this Kraft's Fantasy Fudge recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bigherbncv
Categories Candy
Time 35m
Yield 90 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line 9" Square pan with foil.
- Bring Margerine, sugar & evaporated milk to.
- a full boil, stirring constantly.
- Boil 4 Minutes, stirring constantly, until.
- candy reaches 234 degrees.
- Remove from heat.
- Add Chocolate & Marshallow creme,until.
- melted.
- Add walnuts and vanilla, mix well.
- Spread evenly in prepared pan.
- Let stand at room temperature for 4 hours.
- Cut into 1" squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.7, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 0.5, Sodium 14.1, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 10.5, Protein 0.5
CAROLINE'S CHOCOLATE FUDGE FROSTING
If you are looking for a good fudgy frosting for cake or cupcakes, this quick and easy recipe is the one you need.
Provided by Carrie Reynolds
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings Chocolate
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt chocolate and butter in the microwave, or in the top of a double boiler. In a large bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, vanilla and 1/2 cup of the milk. Blend in the melted chocolate mixture. Add remaining milk, a little at a time, until desired consistency is achieved.
- Let stand until spreadable (frosting will thicken as it cools).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.2 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 21.6 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 62.8 mg, Sugar 37.8 g
BEST HOT FUDGE SAUCE
A friend of my mother-in-law shared this easy recipe with me years and years ago.
Provided by Carla A.
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Dessert Sauce Recipes
Yield 22
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the chocolate chips and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until melted.
- Gradually mix in the sugar and milk. Increase heat to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, for 8 minutes. Remove from heat, and then stir in vanilla and salt. Serve warm. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 105.3 mg, Sugar 33.3 g
EASY PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE
My sister shared the recipe for this unbelievably easy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow cream. I prefer using creamy peanut butter for this mouthwatering dessert, but the chunky style works just as well. -Mary Jane Rummel, Linglestown, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 2 pounds (64 pieces).
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; grease with butter., In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar and milk; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat., Stir in peanut butter and marshmallow creme until blended. Immediately spread into prepared pan; cool slightly., Refrigerate until firm. Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Remove foil; cut into squares. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
FABULOUS FUDGE CHOCOLATE CAKE
This is my favorite chocolate cake recipe because of the moist texture and rich, dark chocolate flavor. Enjoy!
Provided by Charmaine Brooks
Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter or margarine and 2 1/2 cups brown sugar until well mixed. Add eggs one at a time. Beat in the vanilla and melted chocolate squares. Add 1/2 the sour cream and then 1/2 the dry ingredients to the butter mixture until well blended.
- Add the remaining sour cream and dry ingredients to the batter. Stir in boiling water.
- Bake in a greased 9 X 13 inch pan for 35 minutes.
- Let cool 10 minutes before icing.
- To Make Caramel Icing: First melt 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan. Stir in 1 cup brown sugar and boil about 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup milk and bring to a boil. Place pan in cold water and stir in the confectioners' sugar. Continue stirring until smooth. Spread over still warm cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 233.1 mg, Sugar 40 g
HOT FUDGE PUDDING CAKE
This is my husband's favorite recipe. Someone brought this to my Grandpa's funeral in 1968, and I've been making it since. The dark fudge cake over the hot pudding is delicious served with whipped cream or ice cream. This is very rich and will be loved by chocolate lovers!
Provided by Debbie Clift Russ
Categories Desserts Cakes Chocolate Cake Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, white sugar, 2 tablespoon cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Stir in milk and butter until smooth.
- Fold in walnuts until just combined.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Mix 1/4 cup cocoa and brown sugar in a small bowl; sprinkle mixture on top of the batter.
- Pour hot water over the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the center of the cake is almost set, about 45 minutes. Brown sugar, cocoa, and hot water will combine to form a chocolate sauce that will settle to the bottom of the cake during baking.
- Best served warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.3 calories, Carbohydrate 55.9 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 206.2 mg, Sugar 41.5 g
FUDGE FROSTING
Just like fudge candy - only for a cake. Use a palette knife to make pretty swirls after spreading and that is the only decoration needed!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 3-quart saucepan, mix granulated sugar and cocoa. Stir in milk, butter, corn syrup and salt. Heat to boiling, stirring frequently. Boil 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool 45 minutes.
- Beat in vanilla and enough powdered sugar for spreading consistency.
- Frost 13x9-inch cake, or fill and frost 8- or 9-inch two-layer cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg, Sugar 28 g, TransFat 0 g
OLD FASHIONED CHOCOLATE FUDGE FROSTING
This is a very good recipe for chocolate fudge icing. Makes enough for 2-layer cake, one 13-by-9-inch cake or 24 cupcakes.
Provided by pink cook
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a heavy medium saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa, and salt, and stir or whisk to mix everything well.
- Add the butter and place over medium heat, stirring to melt the butter and mix everything together into a smooth, brown sauce.
- Add the milk, stir well, and bring the frosting to a boil, stirring often and adjust the heat to maintain an active but gentle boil, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
- When the frosting begins to thicken, remove it from the heat and stir in the vanilla and set it aside to cool for about 20 minutes.
- Beat the frosting just until it thickens and looks shiny, and then spread it over the cake or the layers you want to ice.
AUNT TEEN'S CREAMY CHOCOLATE FUDGE
This was my aunt's recipe for fudge, passed down through the family. It's better than any fudge I've ever had at the Jersey shore, and easy enough to whip up in 15 minutes or so.
Provided by Kelly Phillips
Categories Desserts Chocolate Dessert Recipes Milk Chocolate
Time 30m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Line an 8x8 inch pan with aluminum foil. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine marshmallow cream, sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt. Bring to a full boil, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and pour in semisweet chocolate chips and milk chocolate chips. Stir until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Stir in nuts and vanilla. Pour into prepared pan. Chill in refrigerator for 2 hours, or until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 26.1 mg, Sugar 12.6 g
HOT FUDGE SAUCE
This recipe for a classic hot fudge sauce came to The Times in 2004, from Kay Rentschler. "A well-constructed homemade hot fudge sauce moves forward with dark smoky accents and arrives with plenty of chew," she wrote. Here, bittersweet chocolate and high-fat Dutch process cocoa bring that smokiness, while heavy cream, butter and sugar mellow it out. It's a perfect contrast to the milky sweetness of a sundae loaded with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream.
Provided by Kay Rentschler
Categories condiments, ice creams and sorbets, dessert
Time 10m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium saucepan, combine cream, butter, sugars and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Simmer 45 seconds. Add chocolate, and whisk to dissolve. Remove from heat, add cocoa, and whisk until no lumps remain.
- Return pan to low heat, and simmer sauce until glossy, whisking constantly, 20 seconds. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla. Serve warm. To reheat sauce, warm in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Do not boil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 571, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 26 grams, Sodium 137 milligrams, Sugar 44 grams, TransFat 0 grams
MARVELOUS MAPLE FUDGE
Use this delicious, easy recipe for potlucks, large family gatherings or bake sales. Line your pan with foil to make removing the fudge a breeze. -Jeannie Gallant, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 1-3/4 pounds (64 pieces).
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter., Cube remaining butter. In a large saucepan, combine cubed butter, brown sugar and milk. Bring to a full boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat., Stir in maple flavoring, vanilla and salt. Add confectioners' sugar; beat on medium speed 2 minutes or until smooth. Immediately spread into prepared pan. Cool completely., Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Remove foil; cut into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help to prevent the fudge from scorching.
- Use a candy thermometer: This is the best way to ensure that the fudge reaches the correct temperature.
- Stir the fudge constantly: This will help to prevent it from crystallizing.
- Be patient: Fudge takes time to set. Don't try to rush the process.
- Store the fudge properly: Fudge should be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Conclusion:
Fudge is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little patience and care, you can make perfect fudge at home. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give fudge a try!
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