Traditional Vanilla Fudge Recipe: Discover Grandma’s Secret!
A classic recipe for creamy and delicious vanilla fudge, passed down through generations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and milk over medium heat.
- Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Once boiling, stop stirring and let it boil for 4-5 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and marshmallows until melted and smooth.
- If using, fold in chopped nuts.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 8×8 inch pan and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Make sure to use a candy thermometer for precise temperature control.
- Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature.
- For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg