Description
Make creamy, melt-in-your-mouth old-fashioned fudge with this simple recipe. Perfect for holiday treats, gifts, or any occasion when you crave a rich chocolate dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups sugar
- 4 tablespoons Hershey’s cocoa
- 1 stick salted butter
- 5-ounce can Carnation Evaporated Milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, mix sugar and cocoa until combined.
- Add the stick of butter and evaporated milk to the pan. Stir over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Stir continuously while boiling for 7 minutes to ensure smoothness and prevent burning.
- Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Continue stirring for 3 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken slightly.
- Pour the fudge into a buttered baking dish and spread evenly.
- Let the fudge set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For extra texture and flavor, mix in chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) before pouring into the baking dish.
- Store fudge in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- To ensure a smooth consistency, use a candy thermometer to verify the fudge reaches the soft-ball stage (235°F–240°F).
