Description
Dive into Paula Deen’s 5-minute fudge, a sinful chocolate escape that melts hearts with minimal effort. Quick, rich, and irresistibly smooth, this dessert promises pure indulgence without complex techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base:
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Nuts:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare a baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring edges extend over the sides for effortless fudge extraction.
- In a medium saucepan, combine evaporated milk, granulated sugar, and salt, creating a sweet base mixture.
- Heat the mixture over medium temperature, stirring continuously to prevent scorching, and bring to a rolling boil.
- Maintain a consistent boil for approximately 45 minutes, stirring vigilantly to ensure smooth texture and prevent burning.
- Remove the saucepan from heat source immediately after cooking duration.
- Swiftly incorporate mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract, whisking until the mixture achieves a glossy, uniform consistency.
- Gently fold chopped pecans throughout the fudge, ensuring even distribution of nutty elements.
- Transfer the molten fudge into the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread evenly and create a smooth surface.
- Allow the fudge to rest at room temperature for roughly 2 hours, or expedite setting by refrigerating until completely firm.
- Utilize parchment paper overhangs to carefully extract the fudge from the pan.
- Slice into precise squares and serve at room temperature for optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- Customize the fudge by swapping pecans with other nuts like almonds or walnuts for a different flavor profile.
- Create a dairy-free version by using coconut milk instead of evaporated milk and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Prevent sugar crystallization by using a candy thermometer and ensuring consistent stirring during the cooking process.
- Enhance flavor by adding a pinch of sea salt or a splash of bourbon to the mixture for a gourmet twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 186
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 52 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 4 mg