THREE LAYER FUDGE

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This triple layer fudge is always a hit when I bring it out at the holidays.-Colleen Foster, Whitsett, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Yield 1 pound.

Number Of Ingredients 25

CHOCOLATE LAYER:
2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
CHERRY ALMOND LAYER:
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 to 3 drops food coloring, optional
COCONUT VANILLA LAYER:
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; butter the foil with 1 teaspoon butter. Set aside. , For chocolate layer, butter the sides of a large heavy saucepan with 1 teaspoon butter; add the sugar, cream, chocolate, corn syrup, and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Boil until mixture reaches 236° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat., Add vanilla and remaining butter (do not stir). Cool to 110, ° without stirring. Stir with a clean dry wooden spoon until fudge begins to thicken; add nuts. Continue stirring until fudge becomes thick and begins to lose its gloss, about 10 minutes. Immediately spread into prepared pan; set aside. , For cherry almond layer, butter the sides of a clean large heavy saucepan with 1 teaspoon butter; add the sugar, cream, corn syrup and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Boil until mixture reaches 236° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. , Add almond extract and remaining butter (do not stir). Cool to 110° without stirring. Stir with a clean dry wooden spoon until fudge begins to thicken; add cherries and food coloring if desired. Continue stirring until fudge becomes thick and begins to lose its gloss, about 8 minutes. Immediately spread over first layer. , For coconut vanilla layer, butter the sides of a clean large heavy saucepan with 1 teaspoon butter; add the sugar, cream, corn syrup and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Boil until mixture reaches 236° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. , Add vanilla and remaining butter (do not stir). Cool to 110° without stirring. Stir with a clean dry wooden spoon until fudge begins to thicken; add coconut. Continue stirring until fudge becomes thick and begins to lose its gloss, about 8 minutes. Immediately spread over second layer. , Score into squares while still warm. Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Discard foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

susan james
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This fudge is a good starting point, but it needs some tweaking to make it really great.


laura jacobson
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I would make this fudge again, but I would make a few changes to the recipe.


Jaykishor sharma
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Overall, I thought this fudge was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Dude Guy
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This fudge is a bit too dense for my taste.


Muhammad Qaseem Mahmood
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I would have liked this fudge more if it was less sweet.


Alli Hasan Mr
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This fudge is so rich that it's almost too much to eat in one sitting.


Yaxaye Muqtaar
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I'm not a fan of the combination of chocolate and nuts in this fudge.


Melusi Kunene
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This fudge is way too time-consuming to make. I wouldn't recommend it unless you have a lot of time on your hands.


Donna Crisman
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I followed the recipe exactly but my fudge turned out grainy. Not sure what went wrong.


Aaradhya Basnet
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This fudge is a bit too sweet for my taste.


Anderson Manizan
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This fudge is the perfect balance of sweet and salty. I love the crunch of the nuts.


Husnain Nawaz
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I've never made fudge before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the fudge turned out great.


kaleb cobey
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This fudge is so rich and creamy. It's the perfect treat for a chocolate lover.


Rojina Rajbanshi
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I made this fudge for my family and they loved it! It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Lerato Mokebe
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This fudge is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious and decadent.


Honya Sardar
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I love the combination of chocolate, caramel, and nuts in this fudge. It's the perfect sweet treat for any occasion.


Hadjer Bon
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This fudge is so easy to make, even for a beginner like me. I was so impressed with how it turned out.


Ramses Espinoza
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I've made this fudge several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe for when I need a special treat.


Aynet Tube
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This three-layer fudge is absolutely divine! It's so rich and decadent, with the perfect balance of chocolate and nuts. I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.