Easy Fantasy Fudge

A Christmas box filled with chocolate fudge

5 from 9 votes

A deliciously easy chocolate fudge loaded with toasted pecans. A special anytime treat but especially terrific during the holidays!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Cooling4

Total Time4 30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: candy, dessert, fudge

Servings:

Calories: 110kcal

Author: Tricia

Ingredients

1 cup chopped pecans (4oz) almonds or walnuts
12 tablespoons unsalted butter (6oz or ¾ cup)
¼ teaspoon salt
3 cups granulated sugar (665g)
⅔ cup evaporated milk (5oz)
12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
7 ounces Jet-Puffed Marshmallow Creme or 23 large (not jumbo) Jet-Puffed Marshmallows
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

Lightly toast the chopped pecans in a dry nonstick skillet over medium heat or in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes. Set aside.
Line an 8 or 9-inch square pan with parchment paper leaving extra hanging over the sides to use as a sling for easy removal. Set the pan on a cooling rack and set aside.
Mix the butter, salt, sugar and milk in a heavy bottom 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue stirring and boiling for about 5 minutes or until a candy thermometer reaches 234°F. You can also test for doneness using the soft ball method. See post for more information if you don't have a candy or instant read thermometer.
Once the mixture reaches 234°F remove from heat. Immediately stir in the chocolate chips until completely melted and smooth. Add the marshmallow creme and vanilla. Stir vigorously until the marshmallow creme is completely blended. Fold in the nuts.
Pour the hot fudge into the prepared pan. Cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled cut into squares and layer with wax or parchment paper in an airtight container. Store at room temperature or in a cool location for up to 2 weeks. Fudge can be tightly wrapped, sealed and frozen for up to 3 months.

Notes

Do not substitute sweetened condensed milk for the evaporated milk.
Recipe adapted from Jet-Puffed Marshmallow Creme package

Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.

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