Butter Pecan Fudge

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (120g) chopped pecans
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cups (600g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) evaporated milk
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks or 170g) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 jar (7 oz or 198g) marshmallow creme
  • 2 cups (340g) white chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Toast the pecans:
    • In a medium skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped pecans and cook, stirring frequently, until they are lightly toasted and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Prepare a baking pan:
    • Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Grease lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  3. Cook the sugar mixture:
    • In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, evaporated milk, 3/4 cup of butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
  4. Boil the mixture:
    • Once boiling, continue to cook and stir for 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. Add marshmallow creme and white chocolate chips:
    • Quickly stir in the marshmallow creme and white chocolate chips until completely melted and smooth.
  6. Add pecans and vanilla:
    • Stir in the toasted pecans and vanilla extract until well combined.
  7. Pour into the pan:
    • Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
  8. Cool and set:
    • Allow the fudge to cool at room temperature until set, about 2-3 hours. You can also refrigerate it to speed up the process.
  9. Cut and serve:
    • Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the overhanging foil or parchment. Cut into small squares and serve.

Nutritional Information (per piece, based on 36 pieces):

  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 60mg

Intensity Level:

  • Medium: This recipe involves cooking a sugar mixture to a precise temperature, which requires careful attention and some experience in candy-making.

Preparation Time:

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes, plus cooling time

Enjoy your rich and creamy Butter Pecan Fudge!

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