Country House Fudge Martha Dixon Recipe

Indulge in this legendary Country House Fudge, a holiday tradition passed down from Martha Dixon's 1963 cookbook, "Martha Dixon's Copper Kettle Cookbook." This creamy, gooey, and unbelievably rich fudge recipe is unlike any other. Forget dry, crumbly fudge – this recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth perfection! Martha Dixon, a beloved TV cooking star of her time (pre-Food Network!), created a fudge so versatile, you can customize it to your heart's content. Use 4 cups of your favorite mix-ins: nuts, cherries, crushed cookies, coconut, peanut butter, caramel, raspberry, mint, rum-flavored marshmallows—the possibilities are endless! Impress your friends and family with this show-stopping dessert; it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 128.3 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Country House Fudge Martha Dixon

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How to Make Country House Fudge Martha Dixon

  1. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, evaporated milk, and salt. Stir constantly over medium heat until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil, stirring frequently. Clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, ensuring it doesn't touch the bottom.
  3. Continue boiling, without stirring, until the thermometer registers 235°F (113°C) – the soft-ball stage. This is crucial for the perfect fudge consistency.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Quickly stir in the vanilla extract and chocolate chips until completely melted and smooth.
  5. Gently fold in your chosen mix-ins (4 cups total).
  6. Pour the fudge mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  7. Let the fudge cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow it to set fully. For best results, refrigerate overnight.
  8. Once set, cut the fudge into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

13g

Carbs

6g