Duff's Good Ass Fudge Recipe

Duff's legendary baking skills aren't limited to cakes! This recipe delivers decadent, rich fudge that's unbelievably easy to make. Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness. (Note: Includes a 5-hour chilling time, but the active cooking is minimal!)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 170.3 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
Duff's Good Ass Fudge 45

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Duff's Good Ass Fudge

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Duff's Good Ass Fudge? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Duff's Good Ass Fudge

  1. Line a 9x9 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides to lift the fudge out later.
  2. Lightly butter the parchment paper.
  3. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 2 cups granulated sugar, 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk, and 1/2 cup light corn syrup.
  4. Stir to ensure the sugar is fully dissolved.
  5. Insert a candy thermometer, ensuring it doesn't touch the bottom of the pan.
  6. Cook over medium-high heat, WITHOUT stirring, until the mixture reaches 236-237°F (113-114°C) – the soft-ball stage. This will take about 20-30 minutes.
  7. Carefully remove the pan from the heat.
  8. Add 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  9. Stir vigorously for exactly 60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
  10. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts (or your favorite nut).
  11. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  12. Let the fudge sit at room temperature for 1 hour to cool slightly.
  13. Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the fudge to set completely.
  14. Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 18 bars (approximately 3x1.5 inches each).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

22g

Carbs

5g