Homemade Vanilla Fudge Recipe

Indulge in the creamy perfection of our Homemade Vanilla Fudge! This recipe delivers unbelievably smooth and rich fudge, perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself. Easy to follow instructions and only 50 minutes to decadent dessert bliss!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 94.6 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 3.0 (9 Reviews)
Homemade Vanilla Fudge

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Homemade Vanilla Fudge

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
  • Milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • Vanilla

How to Make Homemade Vanilla Fudge

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and salt. Stir constantly over medium heat until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Continue to boil for 5 minutes, or until the mixture reaches 235°F (113°C) on a candy thermometer.
  3. Remove from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract and chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
  4. Pour the fudge into a greased 8x8 inch baking dish.
  5. Let cool completely at room temperature, or for faster cooling, place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Once firm, cut into squares and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

8g

Carbs

5g