Description
A classic old fashioned fudge recipe that’s rich, creamy, and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine sugar, cocoa, milk, butter, and salt in a saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture boils.
- Reduce heat and simmer without stirring until it reaches 238°F (114°C) on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
- Let cool slightly, then beat until thick and creamy.
- Pour into a greased pan and let set before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent burning.
- Do not stir while simmering to avoid crystallization.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: old fashioned fudge, homemade fudge, easy fudge recipe