Butterscotch Nut Fudge
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of Butterscotch Nut Fudge, a delightful treat that combines the buttery sweetness of butterscotch with a satisfying crunch of chopped nuts. Perfectly smooth and velvety, this no-fail fudge recipe requires just 10 minutes of prep time and a short 5-minute cook time, making it an effortless yet impressive dessert. The base of butterscotch chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter melts into a luscious mixture, while fragrant vanilla and a touch of salt enhance the flavors beautifully. Fold in crunchy pecans or walnuts for layers of texture in every bite. This foolproof fudge sets quickly in the fridge, presenting you with perfectly sliceable squares of sweet indulgence in just a couple of hours. Ideal for gifting, festive treats, or everyday sweets, Butterscotch Nut Fudge will surely become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Butterscotch chips
- 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Chopped nuts (e.g., pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Lightly grease the parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the butterscotch chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter.
Place the saucepan over low heat and stir constantly until the butterscotch chips have melted completely and the mixture is smooth. This should take about 5 minutes. Be careful not to let the mixture scorch.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt until well combined.
Fold in the chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the fudge mixture.
Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Allow the fudge to cool to room temperature, then transfer the pan to the refrigerator to set for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
Once set, use the overhanging parchment paper to lift the fudge from the pan. Place it on a cutting board and cut into small squares or rectangles.
Store the fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.0 g | 269% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.3 g | 602% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 197 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 2062 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 548.5 g | 199% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 475.8 g | ||
| Protein | 60.5 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1514 mg | 116% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2183 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
