Salted Caramel Fudge
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
Making salted caramel fudge at home is so much easier than you'd think, and it costs a fraction of what you'd pay at a fancy candy shop. This recipe comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for when you need an impressive homemade gift or treat. The real magic happens when that buttery caramel meets the flaky sea salt, creating this incredible balance of sweet and savory that keeps people coming back for more. Heavy cream brings not just richness but also conjugated linoleic acid, which some studies suggest may support heart health. Trust me, once you nail this recipe, you'll be making it constantly.
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Ingredients
- 800 gsugar
- 400 mlheavy cream
- 200 gunsalted butter
- 1sea salt
- 120 gcaramel sauce
- 60 mlunsalted milk
- 2 mlvanilla extract
- 20flaky sea salt
- 100chopped nuts (optional)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, 120ml of water, and flaky sea salt. Place over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Tip: Use a candy thermometer to monitor temperature.
- 2
Bring the mixture to 300°F (hard-ball stage), stirring occasionally.
Tip: Avoid stirring too vigorously, as this can cause the sugar to crystallize.
- 3
Remove from heat and carefully whisk in butter until melted.
Tip: Be cautious, as the mixture will bubble up.
- 4
Whisk in heavy cream until fully incorporated.
Tip: The mixture will thicken and form a sticky ball.
- 5
Stir in caramel sauce, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Tip: Use an immersion blender to smooth the mixture, if desired.
- 6
Pour the mixture into a lined or greased 20cm x 20cm baking dish.
Tip: Tap the dish gently to remove any air bubbles.
- 7
Allow the fudge to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until set.
Tip: This should take about 2-3 hours, depending on the temperature.
- 8
Cut the fudge into small squares and dust with flaky sea salt.
Tip: Optional: sprinkle with chopped nuts, if using.
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