Vanilla Fudge
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
Making homemade vanilla fudge is one of my favorite kitchen projects because it comes together so quickly in just 55 minutes total. This recipe is wonderfully simple and uses basic pantry staples, making it an affordable treat that doesn't require any special equipment or fancy techniques. The almonds add a lovely crunch while providing heart healthy fats and protein, so you can feel good about sharing these sweet bites with family and friends. Once you try this version, you'll never go back to store bought fudge again.
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Ingredients
- 800 gsugar
- 400 mlmilk
- 200 gunsalted butter
- 4large eggs
- 2 mlpure vanilla extract
- 100 gchopped almonds
- 1 tspsalt
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). Grease an 18x18cm baking dish and line it with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, milk, and salt. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until they are fully incorporated.
- 5
Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the eggs until they are fully incorporated.
- 6
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- 7
Sprinkle the chopped almonds over the top of the fudge.
- 8
Let the fudge cool to room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 2 hours.
- 9
Cut the fudge into small squares and serve.
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