Classic Fantasy Fudge
Indulge in the smooth, creamy decadence of Classic Fantasy Fudge, the ultimate homemade treat that brings nostalgic holiday flavors to your kitchen. This easy fudge recipe combines pantry staples like granulated sugar, butter, and evaporated milk with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips and fluffy marshmallow cream for a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s impossible to resist. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and optional chopped nuts for crunch, this no-fail recipe cooks up in just 15 minutes and sets beautifully for effortless slicing. Whether you’re whipping up a festive dessert or creating edible gifts for loved ones, this classic fudge is guaranteed to impress. Skip the store-bought sweets and savor the magic of homemade chocolate fudge today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter
- 0.666 cup evaporated milk
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 7 ounces marshmallow cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it lightly with butter. Set aside.
In a medium-sized heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, butter, and evaporated milk over medium heat.
Stir the mixture constantly until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil while continuing to stir.
Once boiling, reduce the heat slightly and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture reaches 234°F (soft-ball stage) on a candy thermometer.
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Mix well until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Quickly add the marshmallow cream and vanilla extract. Stir vigorously until fully incorporated and the mixture is glossy.
If using nuts, fold them in at this stage.
Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Let the fudge cool at room temperature for about 2 hours, or until fully set. For faster cooling, you can refrigerate it for about 1 hour.
Once set, remove the fudge from the dish and cut it into 1-inch squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5635 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.3 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.9 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 193 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 338 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1024.0 g | 372% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 935.9 g | ||
| Protein | 46.4 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 559 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 958 mg | 20% | |
*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.
