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Vanilla Fudge

Creamy Vanilla Fudge That Melts in Your Mouth – Easy Recipe

This Creamy Vanilla Fudge is a delicious homemade treat that melts in your mouth, perfect for gift-giving or enjoying at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Fudge Base
  • 2 cups White Chocolate Chips Can substitute with milk chocolate
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows Marshmallow cream is a good alternative
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce for a less sweet flavor
  • 1 cup Half and Half Whole milk or heavy cream can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for best results
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Adjust salt if using salted butter
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts For crunch
  • 1 cup Caramel Swirl For added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Flavor Extracts Almond or coconut for variations

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • Stand mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8x8 baking dish with wet parchment paper to make removing the fudge easier.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and half and half over medium-high heat, stirring until melted.
  3. Bring the mixture to the hard ball stage at 237°F, which takes about 10-15 minutes.
  4. In a stand mixer bowl, combine the white chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, and vanilla extract.
  5. Once the sugar mixture reaches the hard ball stage, carefully pour it over the chocolate mixture and blend until smooth.
  6. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
  7. Let the fudge cool at room temperature for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours until fully set.
  8. Remove from the refrigerator, lift out using parchment, and cut into 1-inch squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Keep stirring the mixture to prevent boiling over and use a candy thermometer for accuracy. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks at room temperature or up to 4 weeks in the fridge.

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