Fudge
Instructions
Tips
The texture is everything, and you do not want a neither too hard nor too soft mouthfeel. Luckily, you can fix it if the texture is not perfect. The method is the same, whether you want to soften or harden it; put it in a saucepan with some water or cream and reheat it on low heat until it dissolves. Taste the mixture and add more flavouring in case you feel the water or cream has diluted its taste. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil once more until it reaches 124°C. Remember not to stir too often to avoid over-crystallisation.
Tips
Then, take it off the heat, and stir while it cools until it is not glossy anymore and it starts to thicken. Pour the mixture into a cake pan and wait to see if it sets properly this time.
Tips
Remember to check your candy thermometer to see if it needs to be recalibrated. Maybe it shows the wrong temperature, making it difficult to get the texture right.
Questions about fudge
With our simple and easy fudge recipe, you can serve delicious homemade chocolate fudge bars for guests or pamper your family in no time. Interested in learning more about it? Then, read our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions below and make your way to the kitchen!
Ingredients
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Double cream
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1½ dl |
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Sugar (approx. 1½ dl)
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125 g |
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Light syrup (approx. 150 g)
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1 dl |
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Flaky salt
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1 tsp |
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Butter in pieces
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50 g |
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Finely chopped chocolate of your choice (white, milk, or dark)
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100 g |
Easy fudge – the traditional way
Simple ingredients like cream, syrup, sugar, butter, and chocolate come together in this traditional fudge recipe to create a beautiful sweet, caramelised, and buttery flavour as well as a firm but moist, smooth-textured treat. All these beautiful flavours as well as that of your chocolate of choice are enhanced by the addition of a little flaky salt. The delicious no-bake confection seems to melt in your mouth.
In the mood for more amazing no-bake confectionary desserts? Try a no-bake strawberry cheesecake, have a look at our delicious and easy rocky road filled with marzipan, marshmallows, nuts, and candy or use your leftover cake to make scrumptious rum cake balls.
Bite into a smooth and flavourful fudge
Our easy fudge recipe can be made using different types of chocolate. Chocolate fudge made with white, milk, or dark chocolate has very distinctive flavours, making them perfect for picking and choosing exactly the one you like the most – it is the perfect excuse for trying out this recipe multiple times with different types of chocolate!
White chocolate fudge
A white chocolate fudge recipe yields a light golden-coloured confection. White chocolate has a delicate flavour with hints of floral vanilla undertones. Using this type of chocolate makes for a sweet and creamy treat with a buttery, sweet vanilla flavour with notes of fresh milk, mixing deliciously with the silky-smooth texture of the delightful bars.
Milk chocolate fudge
A milk chocolate fudge recipe will result in a light-brown confection with the well-known milky-sweet chocolate flavour. It has a sweet, yet still complex, chocolate flavour that is smooth and delicate, and eating it almost makes you think of having a candy bar. As such, it will be a hit with kids as well as adults.
Dark chocolate fudge
If you enjoy a deep, intense chocolate flavour, make a dark chocolate fudge. These dark-brown delights are incredibly decadent. The bitter complexity for which dark chocolate is so well-loved complements the confection’s buttery sweetness and makes for a treat that is, at the same time, both intense and light.
Add flavour and texture
To mix it up, try adding coarsely chopped nuts like hazelnut, almond, walnut, or pistachio. This will add texture to your homemade treats as well as a nutty, earthy flavour. Hazelnut and salted peanuts pair especially well with milk chocolate, while a dark chocolate is wonderful with almonds and walnuts. The pops of green pistachio will look most beautiful with white chocolate and may lead some to think of French nougat. You can also add freeze dried raspberries to the white chocolate variation for a delicious berry flavour.
For a more adult take, add coffee liqueur and crushed coffee granulates to dark chocolate fudge bars. It will get a kick from the alcohol as well as an earthiness and slight bitterness from the coffee that makes for a complex flavour experience. A rich, bitter dark chocolate fudge may also be complemented by the addition of homemade marshmallows which will add sweetness as well as a delightful chewy texture to the smooth treat.
