JAMONCILLO DE LECHE (MEXICAN FUDGE)

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Jamoncillo de Leche (Mexican Fudge) image

If you have ever been in Texas or any of the Southwest border cities you will be familiar with this candy. If you are Mexican-American, good food is a part of our tradition. This candy resembles a type of fudge.

Provided by Luci Silva

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Nut Candy Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart whole milk
1 ¾ cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cinnamon stick
1 cup chopped pecans
24 pecan halves for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine milk, sugar, vanilla, baking soda, and cinnamon stick in a large heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook, stirring continuously. After about 20 minutes remove the cinnamon stick. Place a candy thermometer in the pan and cook until the thermometer reaches soft-ball stage 240 degrees F (115 degrees C) or until you can see th bottom of the pan when you stir.
  • Remove the candy from the heat and add the chopped pecans. Beat the candy with a mixer for about 5 minutes. Pour the candy into a buttered 9x9-inch pan. Press pecan halves onto the top of the warm candy. Cool, then cut into pieces. Store candy in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 4.1 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 68.8 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

muhammad zainullah
[email protected]

I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be too sweet for me.


Aurangzaib Riaz
[email protected]

This looks delicious! I'm going to make it this weekend.


Sereana Talemaiwaqanui Nagata
[email protected]

I can't wait to try this recipe!


Dexter Sandefur
[email protected]

This jamoncillo de leche is the perfect treat for a hot summer day.


Olx Pet
[email protected]

I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up extra milk.


Tsokolo france Lehloenya
[email protected]

This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making this jamoncillo de leche all the time.


Saim Rizwan
[email protected]

I love the way this jamoncillo de leche melts in my mouth. It's like a little piece of heaven.


Rajib
[email protected]

This jamoncillo de leche is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


rasheeq rahiman
[email protected]

This is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Rene Garza
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of sweets, but this jamoncillo de leche is an exception. It's so light and fluffy, and the flavor is just right.


Asim Borman
[email protected]

I made this jamoncillo de leche for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Charlene Basaldua
[email protected]

This jamoncillo de leche is the best I've ever had! It's so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is amazing. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.