Old-Fashioned Stovetop Fudge Recipe: Indulge in Sweet Nostalgia!
A classic recipe for rich and creamy stovetop fudge that brings back sweet memories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa powder, and milk.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Continue boiling for 4-5 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- If desired, fold in chopped nuts.
- Pour the fudge into a greased 8-inch square pan and let it cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Make sure to stir constantly to prevent burning.
- For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream before pouring into the pan.
- Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg