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Butter Pecan Fudge

Irresistibly Creamy Butter Pecan Fudge You’ll Love

This Butter Pecan Fudge is a creamy and delightful indulgence perfect for satisfying sweet cravings during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Setting Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fudge Base
  • 2 sticks Butter Substitute with margarine for a non-dairy option.
  • 2 Tbsp Butter For toasting pecans.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No direct substitute.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Packed.
  • 1.125 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Can substitute with half-and-half.
  • 0.25 tsp Salt Optional, but recommended.
  • 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sifted to eliminate lumps.
Pecans
  • 2 cups Toasted Pecans Can substitute walnuts or omit for nut-free.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large saucepan
  • Spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Fudge Preparation
  1. Toast the pecans in a skillet with 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. Melt 2 sticks of butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of packed brown sugar to the melted butter, stirring until dissolved.
  4. Pour in 1-1/8 cups of heavy whipping cream, along with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally, and set a timer for 4 minutes.
  6. Gradually stir in 4 cups of sifted powdered sugar until smooth and well blended.
  7. Fold in the toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the fudge mixture into a greased or parchment-lined baking dish and let it sit at room temperature for at least 3 hours to set.
  9. Once set, cut the fudge into squares for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 27gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This fudge can be customized with different nuts and stored at room temperature or in the fridge for longer shelf life.

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