Old Fashioned Cooked Fudge Frosting or Fudge Awesome
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Old Fashioned Cooked Fudge Frosting—a nostalgic recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a luscious, glossy topping perfect for cakes, brownies, or just eating by the spoonful. This homemade, stovetop frosting combines velvety cocoa powder, creamy whole milk, and a hint of vanilla for an irresistibly smooth texture and deep chocolate taste. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this fuss-free recipe simmers to perfection, thickening into a spreadable fudge-like consistency that sets beautifully as it cools. Ideal for anyone craving a genuine old-fashioned dessert experience, this fudge frosting elevates any baked good into something truly special.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the sugar and cocoa powder until thoroughly combined and no lumps remain.
Pour in the milk and stir until the mixture is smooth. Place the saucepan over medium heat.
Add the butter to the saucepan and continue stirring until it melts completely and the mixture starts to bubble.
Once bubbling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning. The mixture should thicken slightly.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Let the frosting cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.
Once the mixture has thickened but is still pourable, spread it generously onto your baked goods. Work quickly as it will firm up as it cools.
Allow the frosting to set completely before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently if needed to soften.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2353 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.5 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.9 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 373 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 483.3 g | 176% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.9 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 412.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 381 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2114 mg | 45% | |
*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.
