Description
Irresistible Original Fantasy Fudge brings marshmallow creme and chocolate chips together in a classic sweet treat from mid-century American kitchens. Creamy, rich squares promise nostalgic comfort with each delectable bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (700 grams) granulated sugar
- 12 ounces (340 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 7 ounces (198 grams) marshmallow creme
Dairy and Fat Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (170 grams) margarine
- 2/3 cup (160 milliliters) evaporated milk
Flavor and Nut Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120 grams) chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring excess paper hangs over the sides for effortless removal.
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar, margarine, and evaporated milk. Heat over medium temperature, stirring continuously until the mixture reaches a vigorous boil, approximately 5-8 minutes.
- Once boiling, maintain constant stirring for exactly 5 minutes without reducing heat.
- Immediately remove from heat and quickly incorporate semi-sweet chocolate chips, mixing until completely melted and creating a uniform consistency.
- Fold in marshmallow creme and vanilla extract, stirring thoroughly until the mixture becomes completely smooth with no visible marshmallow streaks.
- Gently fold chopped walnuts into the fudge mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Transfer the fudge to the prepared pan, carefully spreading it into a uniform layer using a spatula.
- Allow the fudge to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 2-3 hours, or refrigerate for faster setting.
- Once fully set, lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper overhang and slice into precise 1-inch squares for serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for richer, more intense flavor that elevates the entire fudge experience.
- Calibrate your candy thermometer before cooking to ensure precise temperature measurement for perfect fudge consistency.
- Avoid scraping the sides of the pan while stirring to prevent sugar crystallization that can make fudge grainy.
- For nut-free version, simply omit walnuts or replace with toasted coconut flakes or crispy rice cereal for added texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 187
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 2.3 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg