Hershey S Chocolate Cherry Fudge Recipe

Ingredients for Hershey S Chocolate Cherry Fudge

• Maraschino Cherry
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
• Pecan Pieces
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• Slivered almonds for garnish (optional)

How to Make Hershey S Chocolate Cherry Fudge

1. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with foil, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
2. Gently press chopped cherries between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture.
3. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter on high for 1 minute, or until melted. Stir until smooth.
4. Add 3 cups powdered sugar and ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder to the melted butter. Pour in 1 (12-ounce) can of evaporated milk.
5. Stir until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
6. Microwave on high for 1 ½ minutes, then stir vigorously.
7. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is hot, slightly thickened, and smooth. Do not boil!
8. Remove from microwave and stir in 1 ½ cups drained chopped maraschino cherries, ½ cup chopped pecans, and 1 teaspoon almond extract.
9. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
10. Cover the pan with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
11. Once firm, lift the fudge out of the pan using the foil overhang.
12. Cut into squares.
13. Garnish with cherry halves and slivered almonds, if desired.
14. Serve chilled and enjoy!