last week, i put out a call for good fudge recipes + had a great response from my foodie friends. for those who have never made fudge, it traditionally calls for close watching + a thermometer to ensure the correct texture + consistency. however, there are shortcut recipes, like this one, that use marshmallow creme. the fudge uses the structure of the marshmallow for support, so a candy thermometer (+ super close watching) are not needed.
while fudge purists generally prefer the traditional method, this is a delicious, easy + failproof option that is great for those who haven’t made fudge before. i have made it both ways, + while i enjoy the traditional method, i was shocked at how quick + tasty this recipe was. it’s a fab addition to a holiday dessert table so if you’re looking for a sweet for your new year’s eve party, this might be it!
no-fail chocolate fudge
adapted from the nashville nosher
ingredients
2 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter
2/3 cup evaporated milk
7 oz. marshmallow creme/fluff
12 oz. chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla
splash of freshly-brewed coffee, cooled to room temperaturedirections
line pan with foil + grease the foil.
in large saucepan combine sugar, butter + evaporated milk. bring to a boil over medium heat. stir constantly + boil for 5 minutes. remove from heat. add marshmallow fluff, chocolate chips, coffee + vanilla.
pour into pan. cool at room temperature. cut into squares, then refrigerate until firm.
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This looks yummy! We make a bunch of different types of fudge each Christmas and this one is always popular with everyone. It is definitely a great recipe, especially for firsttime candy makers.
i agree! i think fudge is even better when you have a few different kinds to sample. i also made a boozy peanut butter fudge + i still have a spicy chocolate fudge to make. gotta compare + contrast a few different flavors! hope you had a great Christmas. =)
Love fudge! Do you think could add mix-ins to this like nuts? My kids love their fudge with something mixed in. Thanks!
yes, i think you could definitely something in there. the fudge is very rich when it’s plain (which i actually like) but i think it would be nice to make two batches – one with something mixed in, + one plain. i think it would be great with any type of nuts – almonds, pecans, walnuts all seem like they’d be great! enjoy!
Awesome! so glad you liked it. I’ve made it with peanut butter choc chips as well which is also yummy
yay, thanks for the idea about the peanut butter chips! i love a peanut/butter chocolate combination, so that’s a good choice for me. might be nice with some nuts thrown in there, too. thanks again for the idea in the first place. =)
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