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A classic old fashioned chocolate fudge recipe made with rich ingredients.

Old Fashioned Chocolate Fudge

A rich, chocolatey fudge with a soft bite that melts in your mouth, reminiscent of homemade treats from grandma's kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups granulated sugar To create the base for the fudge
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Provides deep chocolate flavor
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Use real butter for the best flavor
  • 1 cup evaporated milk Creates a creamy texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For added flavor
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Can be added for extra texture
  • ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract Use sparingly for a mint flavor
  • ½ cup peanut butter For a creamy peanut butter fudge rendition

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a heavy bottomed saucepan, combine granulated sugar and cocoa powder.
  2. Add evaporated milk and butter to the saucepan and mix well.
Cooking
  1. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring once until it begins to boil.
  2. Stop stirring and let it boil without stirring for about 5-10 minutes until the temperature reaches 234°F (soft ball stage).
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly for a few minutes.
  4. Once cooled, add vanilla extract and any optional mix-ins, then beat mixture until it thickens and loses some shine.
  5. Quickly spread fudge into a greased 8x8 inch pan.
Cooling
  1. Let the fudge cool completely at room temperature before cutting into squares.

Notes

Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 weeks. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze.