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Butter Pecan Fudge

Heavenly Butter Pecan Fudge That Will Melt Your Heart

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This Butter Pecan Fudge is a delightful dessert that melts in your mouth, offering a creamy richness and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fudge
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No direct substitutions recommended.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Packed; both light and dark work.
  • 2 sticks Unsalted Butter Plus 2 tablespoons.
  • 1 1/8 Heavy Whipping Cream Half-and-half is a possible substitute.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar No substitutes for optimal results.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure for best results.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Increase to 1/2 tsp for more balance.
  • 1 cup Toasted Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or omit for nut-free.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large saucepan
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the pecans and toast them for about 5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt 2 sticks of unsalted butter over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until bubbling.
  3. Add 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of packed brown sugar. Stir until sugars dissolve completely.
  4. Pour in 1 and 1/8 cups of heavy whipping cream along with 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Stir thoroughly on medium heat.
  5. Increase heat to high and bring mixture to a rolling boil. Cook for exactly 4 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 4 cups of powdered sugar, blending well.
  7. Fold in the toasted pecans gently to avoid overmixing.
  8. Pour the mixture into a prepared baking dish lined with parchment paper and allow to cool at room temperature for at least 3 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 27gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks. Freeze for longer storage, up to 3 months. Use warm knife for clean cutting.

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