Chocolate Fudge
The Chocolate Connoisseur June 14th, 2007
Chocolate fudge is a decadent treat that has been enjoyed for many years. There are many different recipes for chocolate fudge. With an assortment of ingredients that can be added to the fudge mixture, there seems to be an endless variety of flavors to try.
One recipe that seems to produce almost perfect chocolate fudge every time is this one.
Creamy Chocolate Fudge
Ingredients
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow crème
1 ½ cups white sugar
2/3 cup evaporated milk
¼ cup butter
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups milk chocolate chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
1) Line an 8X8 inch pan with aluminum foil. Set aside.
2) In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine marshmallow crème, white sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt. Bring to a full boil and cook for five minutes, stirring constantly.
3) Remove from heat and add the semisweet and milk chocolate chips. Stir until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Add nuts and vanilla.
4) Pour into prepared pan. Cool in the refrigerator for 2 hours or until firm.
Makes approximately 48 pieces.
Amount per serving:
Calories: 124
Total Fat: 5.5g
Cholesterol 6mg
Sodium 28g
Total Carbs 18.2g
Dietary Fiber 0.2g
Protein 0.8g
An alternative method to make chocolate fudge is to make it like candy, using a candy temperature to regulate the heat to achieve the right temperature to reach a candy ball state. This following recipe calls for sour cream that is said to give the chocolate fudge a pleasant tangy flavor.
Chocolate Sour Cream Fudge
Ingredients
2 cups white sugar
½ cup sour cream
1/3 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
½ cup chopped nuts
Directions
1. Butter an 8X8 inch pan and set aside.
2. In a heavy saucepan combine the white sugar, sour cream, corn syrup and butter. Bring to a boil and cover, boil for one minute more. Stir until well blended. Remove lid and, without stirring, heat to 234 to 240 degrees F (112-116 degrees C). To test that mixture has reached the correct temperature, drop a small amount of the chocolate into cold water to see if it forms a small ball in the water but flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface.
3. Remove from heat and add vanilla and chocolate. Do not stir. Allow the mixture to cool to 175 degrees F (80 degrees C). This should take approximately 15 minutes.
4. Beat the chocolate fudge with a wooden spoon until it thickens and loses its gloss. Stir in walnuts. Pour into buttered dish. Spread evenly and allow to cool. Cut into small squares.
Makes approximately 64 squares.
Amount per serving:
Calories: 47
Total Fat: 1.8g
Cholesterol: 2mg
Sodium: 7mg
Total Carbs: 8g
Dietary Fiber 0.2g
Protein 0.3g
Many ingredients can be added to enhance the flavor of chocolate fudge, such as butterscotch chips, or crushed peppermint candies and cookie pieces. Adding different nuts can bring on a new texture and flavor to fudge.
Recipes can be found for every type of chocolate fudge. From Vegan Peanut Butter Fudge to Orange Cream Cheese Fudge, there are many different options to try a large variety of chocolate fudges.
