Vanilla Macadamia Nut Fudge Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, dreamy delight of Vanilla Macadamia Nut Fudge! This award-winning recipe, a first-prize winner in the Nestlé Toll House and Better Homes & Gardens recipe contest, will become your new holiday favorite. Forget chocolate – this rich, white fudge studded with crunchy macadamia nuts is a taste sensation. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, it's the perfect treat for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 131.1 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Vanilla Macadamia Nut Fudge

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vanilla Macadamia Nut Fudge

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How to Make Vanilla Macadamia Nut Fudge

  1. Line a 9-inch square baking pan with foil, letting the foil extend over the edges for easy removal.
  2. Grease the foil with 1 teaspoon of butter.
  3. Lightly butter the sides of a 3-quart heavy-duty saucepan.
  4. In the prepared saucepan, combine 2 cups granulated sugar, 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk, and 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter.
  5. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
  6. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, ensuring the bulb doesn't touch the bottom.
  7. Reduce heat to medium-low.
  8. Continue boiling at a moderate, steady rate, without stirring, until the thermometer registers 238°F (soft-ball stage). Adjust heat as needed to maintain a steady boil.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. Stir in 1 cup white chocolate morsels until completely melted and smooth.
  11. Stir in 1/4 cup marshmallow creme, 1 cup macadamia nuts (chopped), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract until well combined.
  12. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan.
  13. Cool completely for at least 3-4 hours, or until firm.
  14. Lift the fudge from the pan using the foil overhang.
  15. Remove the foil.
  16. Cut into 48 pieces.
  17. Store tightly covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

67g

Fat

17g

Carbs

6g