This basic fudge recipe is the perfect base for any of your favorite fudge flavors and mix-ins!
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- Pinch of salt
- 11 oz chocolate chips or candy morsels of your choice
- 1 jar (7oz) marshmallow cream
- 1 teaspoon flavor extract of your choice (optional)
Mix-ins of your choice, such as:
- Chopped candy
- Crushed cookies
- Chopped nuts
- Miniature marshmallows
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare an 8-inch square baking dish by lining it with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Add chocolate chips or candy morsels, marshmallow cream, and any desired flavor extract to a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
- In a large, heavy saucepan, add butter, cream, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring frequently. Once boiling, continue to boil for a full 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and pour over chocolate and marshmallow cream. Using an electric mixer, blend for about one minute, until chips or morsels are melted and mixture is smooth.
- Add any desired mix-ins and fold them in with a spoon, gently. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and refrigerate for two hours (or overnight), covered with a piece of plastic wrap.
- Once set, cut into bite sized pieces and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 64Serving Size: 1 piece
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 83Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 7mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 0gSugar: 9gProtein: 0g