Best 8 Mamas Million Dollar Fudge Recipes

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Indulge in a taste of heaven with Mama's Million Dollar Fudge, an exquisite confection that lives up to its name. This decadent treat is a symphony of rich, creamy chocolate, enveloping your senses with its velvety texture and irresistible flavor. As you bite into a piece of this heavenly fudge, a burst of sweetness dances on your tongue, leaving you craving more. The secret lies in the careful selection of premium ingredients and the meticulous preparation that goes into each batch, ensuring that every bite is an unforgettable experience. Mama's Million Dollar Fudge is not just a dessert; it's a culinary masterpiece that will leave you spellbound. And the best part? This delightful treat is surprisingly easy to make, with three variations to cater to your preferences. Whether you prefer classic chocolate fudge, luscious peanut butter fudge, or the irresistible temptation of rocky road fudge, you'll find the perfect recipe within this article. So, prepare to embark on a journey of pure indulgence and discover why Mama's Million Dollar Fudge is truly worth its weight in gold.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAMIE EISENHOWER'S CHOCOLATE FUDGE RECIPE



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This sweet fudge is forever tied to the First Lady of the 34th President of the United States.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Categories     Desserts

Yield 2 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces semisweet chocolate morsels
12 ounces German's sweet chocolate, broken into small pieces
2 cups marshmallow cream
4 1/2 cups sugar
pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups (12 ounces) canned evaporated milk
2 cups coarsely chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish pan, or mist it in with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Stir together the semisweet chocolate, German's chocolate, and marshmallow cream in a large bowl.
  • Bring the sugar, salt, butter, and evaporated milk to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil for 1 minute. Reduce the heat and simmer 7 minutes, stirring continuously. Pour the hot syrup over the chocolate mixture and stir until smooth. Stir in the nuts.
  • Pour into the prepared pan. Let stand undisturbed at room temperature until firm, preferably overnight.
  • Cut the fudge into small squares. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Some people prefer the texture of this fudge when it is chilled after it is cut.

MAMA'S MILLION-DOLLAR FUDGE



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No other fudge I've tasted comes close to the smooth, chocolate taste of this recipe, which my mother-in-law introduced me to one Christmas (I've never been able to make it as good as she does, though). Since it makes such a large batch, I always save some for last-minute gifts. -Gloria Heidner, Elk River, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 5-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 teaspoons butter plus 1/2 cup butter, divided
2 jars (7 ounces each) marshmallow creme
2 cups chopped walnuts
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
12 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
4-1/2 cups sugar
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil and grease the foil with 4 teaspoons butter; set aside., In a large bowl, place the marshmallow creme, walnuts, chocolate chips, chopped sweet chocolate in the order listed; top with remaining butter. Set aside., In a heavy saucepan, combine the milk, sugar and salt. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches 235° (soft-ball stage). Pour over mixture in bowl and stir. Immediately spread into prepared pan. Cool., Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Discard foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 30mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BAKER'S ONE BOWL MILLION DOLLAR FUDGE



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This rich, pecan-studded fudge is easy to whip up and makes a generous 6 pounds of fudge - plenty for holiday gift giving.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 60 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter or margarine
4-1/2 cups sugar
1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk
9 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, chopped
1 jar (7 oz.) JET-PUFFED Marshmallow Creme
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 tsp. vanilla

Steps:

  • Bring butter, sugar and milk to full rolling boil in large saucepan on medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook an additional 5 min., stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat. Gradually add chopped chocolate, stirring after each addition until chocolate is completely melted. Add remaining ingredients; mix well.
  • Pour into 15x10x1-inch pan sprayed with cooking spray. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 20 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

MAMIE EISENHOWER'S MILLION DOLLAR FUDGE



Mamie Eisenhower's Million Dollar Fudge image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield 4 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 1/2 cups sugar
Pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
1 pint (1 jar) marshmallow cream
12 ounces semisweet chocolate
12 ounces German's sweet chocolate

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, bring the sugar, salt, butter and evaporated milk to a boil. Boil for 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the pecans, marshmallow fluff and chocolate in a large bowl. Pour the boiled syrup over the chocolate mixture. Beat until chocolate is all melted.
  • Spray a 15 1/2 by 10 1/2 by 1-inch jelly-roll pan with a nonstick cooking spray and pour fudge into pan. Let harden at room temperature before cutting into 1-inch squares (can be placed in the refrigerator or freezer to speed hardening process).

MILLION DOLLAR FUDGE



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I have had this recipe for years; it makes an especially creamy fudge. Store in a tin box.

Provided by BETHJ1

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Chocolate

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ½ cups white sugar
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
2 cups chopped nuts
1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips
12 (1 ounce) squares German sweet chocolate
2 cups marshmallow creme

Steps:

  • Butter two 9x9 inch baking pans and set aside.
  • Place chocolate chips, German chocolate, marshmallow creme, and nuts into a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
  • In a 4 quart saucepan, combine sugar, salt, butter, and evaporated milk. Stir over low heat until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil, and cook for 6 minutes.
  • Pour boiling syrup over ingredients in bowl, beat until all chocolate is melted. Pour into prepared pans. Let stand a few hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 3.6 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 17.7 mg, Sugar 29.2 g

MAMIE EISENHOWER'S FUDGE



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My mother came across this fudge recipe in a newspaper some 40 years ago. One taste and you'll see why it doesn't take long for a big batch to disappear. -Linda First, Hinsdale, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 6 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup butter, divided
3 milk chocolate candy bars (two 7 ounces, one 1.55 ounces), broken into pieces
4 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
4-1/2 cups sugar
2 cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil and butter the foil with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside. In a large heat-proof bowl, combine the candy bars, chocolate chips and marshmallow creme; set aside. , In a large heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the milk, sugar and remaining butter. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil and stir for 4-1/2 minutes. Pour over chocolate mixture; stir until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth and creamy. Stir in walnuts. Pour into prepared pan. Cover and refrigerate until firm., Using foil, lift fudge out of pan; cut into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 17mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MAMIE EISENHOWER'S MILLION DOLLAR FUDGE



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We make this every Christmas and our friends/family definitely look forward to a tin of this fudge! By far, best fudge I've ever had!

Provided by AllyRose

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 1/2 cups sugar
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
12 ounces German chocolate
1 pint marshmallow cream

Steps:

  • Boil sugar, salt, butter, and evaporated milk together for 6 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • While mixture is still hot, add semisweet chocolate chips, German chocolate, and marshmallow fluff.
  • Beat together by hand until all the chocolate is melted.
  • Refrigerate until set. Cut into small squares.
  • Makes 1 9X13" pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 893.9, Fat 26.9, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 16, Sodium 113.1, Carbohydrate 170.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 147, Protein 5.5

MAMIE EISENHOWER'S FAVORITE MILLION DOLLAR FUDGE



Mamie Eisenhower's Favorite Million Dollar Fudge image

This is also known as White House Fudge, Mamie's Fudge, Mrs. Eisenhower's Fudge, Million Dollar Fudge, and Mamie's Million Dollar Fudge.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Candy

Time 3h30m

Yield 4 pounds, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 pinch salt
1 2/3 cups evaporated milk (one 12 ounce can)
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups semisweet chocolate pieces
3 (4 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
1 pint marshmallow creme (two 7 ounce jars)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, salt, milk, and butter. Bring to a vigorous boil, stirring often; then reduce heat and simmer 6 minutes, stirring continuously.
  • Meanwhile, place the chocolate, Marshmallow Creme and vanilla into a large bowl. Gradually pour boiling syrup over the chocolate-marshmallow mixture and beat until chocolate is melted. Stir in nuts.
  • Pour into a buttered pan ( I used a buttered 11 x 16-inch jellyroll pan) and store in a cool place several hours to harden before cutting into 1-inch squares.
  • Store in a covered tin; keeps up to 6 months in a cool place.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.7, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 9.8, Sodium 58.8, Carbohydrate 89.4, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 74.6, Protein 4.3

Tips:

- Always use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to make fudge, as it will help to prevent scorching. - Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the fudge reaches the correct temperature. - Stir the fudge constantly while it is cooking to prevent it from crystallizing. - When the fudge has reached the correct temperature, remove it from the heat and pour it onto a buttered plate. - Let the fudge cool completely before cutting it into squares. - Store the fudge in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Conclusion:

Mama's Million Dollar Fudge is a rich, creamy, and decadent fudge that is sure to please everyone. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for fudge-lovers of all levels. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just to enjoy as a treat, Mama's Million Dollar Fudge is sure to be a hit.

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