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Butter Pecan Fudge Recipe

Irresistible Butter Pecan Fudge Recipe for Sweet Holiday Bliss

This Butter Pecan Fudge Recipe captures the holiday spirit with its rich, creamy texture and nutty crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Butter Pecan Fudge Ingredients
  • 2 cups Toasted Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or leave out for a nut-free version.
  • 1 cup Butter Using unsalted butter gives better control over salt.
  • 2 tbsp Butter For toasting pecans.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Opt for organic sugar for a cleaner taste.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Choose light or dark based on preference.
  • 1 1/8 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Half-and-half can be used but may alter texture.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt A sprinkle of sea salt can be added for a nice touch.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Always use pure vanilla extract for optimal results.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sifting is recommended to reduce lumps before mixing.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • spatula
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Toast pecans by melting 2 tbsp of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups of chopped pecans and stir for about 5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium-high heat.
  3. Combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of packed brown sugar with the melted butter, stirring until fully combined.
  4. Add 1 1/8 cups of heavy whipping cream, 1/4 tsp of salt, and 1 tbsp of vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly.
  5. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and let it boil for 4 minutes while stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and whisk in 4 cups of sifted powdered sugar until smooth.
  7. Fold in the toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the fudge into a lined baking dish and smooth the top. Allow to set for at least 3 hours.
  9. Once set, cut the fudge into 1-inch squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 19gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the fudge is kept in an airtight container for best storage results.

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