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:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Boil the mixture:
- Once boiling, continue to cook and stir for 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Add marshmallow creme and white chocolate chips:
- Quickly stir in the marshmallow creme and white chocolate chips until completely melted and smooth.
- Add pecans and vanilla:
- Stir in the toasted pecans and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour into the pan:
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- 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.
- 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!