Millionaire Fudge, the perfect old fashioned recipe that will make everyone want to go down memory lane for grandma's fudge recipes.
Millionaire Fudge is my favorite fudge of all time. It is only the most incredibly scrumptious fudge you will ever eat.
In the 1950s, marshmallow whip creme was introduced to fudge recipes by Mamie Eisenhower who changed the whole concept of how easy it is to make, not to mention how delicious.
I grew up helping my Mother make this fudge every year for Christmas. We looked forward to helping scoop the fudge with a tablespoon and push the fudge out with another onto wax paper.
As soon as we were all finished, we would take the spoons and scrape every little bit of fudge we could possibly get off the sides of the pan.
Oh, you haven't lived until you have eaten every little bit of hot fudge happiness.
Recipes that have been passed down by Grandmothers, Mothersand even Fathers are the ones I treasure most.
I even get to put theMillionaire Fudge in my Mother's Christmas tin she put her's in and passed down to me. It is old and beat up in places, but the fudge just tastes a little bit yummier stored in it. (giggles)
Hope you enjoy this recipe! Merry Christmas!
Millionaire Fudge
WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE MILLIONAIRE FUDGE
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Marshmallow creme
- Sugar
- Evaporated milk
- Chopped pecans
HOW TO MAKE MILLIONAIRE FUDGE
- Lay a long row of waxed paper on the counter for when fudge is spooned out of the pan.
- In a mixing bowl of an electric stand mixer using the paddle attachment, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and marshmallow whip; set aside. (My Mother added her ingredients to a large mixing bowl)
- In a heavy large saucepan, add sugar, milk; bring to boil. Boil for 6 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Take off heat and pour mixture over the semi-sweet chips and marshmallow whip; beating on medium speed until mixture is creamy and smooth. (My Mother mixed her's by hand) Be sure not to overbeat. Add pecans and fold in.
- The mixture will set up as it cools. Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop fudge and lay on prepared waxed paper or you can use two tablespoons; scoop with one and push the fudge out with the other one. Continue until all the fudge has been scooped out of the pan.
- Cool completely before moving them to a container.
The fudge can be poured out in a butter sheet pan if you are not able to scoop all the fudge before it hardens. Sometimes I do this if I am making it by myself.
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Millionaire Fudge
Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 15 Mininactive time: 2 HourTotal time: 2 H & 20 M
The perfect old fashioned recipe that will make everyone want to go down memory lane for grandma's fudge recipes.
Ingredients:
- 3 (12 oz bags) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 (7 oz.) jars marshmallow creme
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 (12 oz.) can evaporated milk
- 1-1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions:
- Lay a long row of waxed paper on the counter for when fudge is spooned out of the pan.
- In a mixing bowl of an electric stand mixer using the paddle attachment, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and marshmallow whip; set aside. (My Mother added her ingredients to a large mixing bowl)
- In a heavy large saucepan, add sugar, milk; bring to boil. Boil for 6 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Take off heat and pour mixture over the semi-sweet chips and marshmallow whip; beating on medium speed until mixture is creamy and smooth. (My Mother mixed her's by hand) Be sure not to overbeat. Add pecans and fold in.
- The mixture will set up as it cools. Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop fudge and lay on prepared waxed paper or you can use two tablespoons; scoop with one and push the fudge out with the other one. Continue until all the fudge has been scooped out of the pan.
- Cool completely before moving them to a container.
Notes:
The fudge can be poured out in a butter sheet pan if you are not able to scoop all the fudge before it hardens. Sometimes I do this if I am making it by myself.
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FAQs
Beat the mixture
After letting the fudge cool, it's time to beat it. It is important to stir constantly with a wooden spoon until the mixture starts to thicken and its surface starts to look dull or matte. Now is the time to stop beating and pour the fudge into a mould.
What is called fudge? ›
Fudge is a dense, rich confection typically made with sugar, milk or cream, butter and chocolate or other flavorings.
How do you describe fudge? ›
fudge, creamy candy made with butter, sugar, milk, and usually chocolate, cooked together and beaten to a soft, smooth texture. Fudge may be thought of as having a consistency harder than that of fondant and softer than that of hard chocolate.
Is fudge a type of chocolate? ›
Chocolate uses elements of the cacao bean; even in creating white chocolate, cocoa butter from the cacao bean is the main ingredient. Fudge, however, is a confection made both with and without cocoa or other chocolate elements. You can substitute vanilla or peanut butter, for example, for the chocolate.
What happens if you don't beat fudge long enough? ›
However, if you don't beat it at all, the crystals won't form properly, so your fudge won't set. If you forget to beat the fudge, try heating it back up over low heat, then beat it once it's slightly softened. If you beat the fudge too soon, the crystals will be too large, and the fudge will be grainy.
Can you over beat fudge? ›
Beating the cooled batter is one of the crucial steps of fudge-making, but overbeating can turn fudge hard as a rock. Pay close attention to the change in appearance and only beat the fudge until it loses its glossy sheen.
Is fudge a cuss word? ›
Thus in English you get 'fudge' for 'f*ck', 'shoot' for 'sh*t', 'darn' for 'damn', etc. And because people are the same everywhere this occurs in all of the languages, like with 'blin' for 'blyat' in Russian.
What is fudging slang for? ›
Meaning of fudging in English
to avoid making a decision or giving a clear answer about something: fudge the issue The government continues to fudge the issue by refusing to give exact figures. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Avoiding action. abrogate.
What is a fudge in British slang? ›
fudge noun (AVOID)
[ C usually singular ] UK. a plan or action that avoids making a clear decision or giving a clear answer: She suspects that this compromise deal will be nothing more than a fudge. It's a bit of a fudge but we could put the cost through on next year's budget.
Who invented fudge? ›
Late 19th Century – Early Origins in the USA:
The first documented instance of fudge being made was at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York when a student named Emelyn Battersby Hartridge heard of a fudge recipe and made 30 pounds of it for a senior auction.
Culinary legend has it that fudge was invented in America. On Valentine's Day, 1886, a confectioner and chocolate maker in Baltimore, Maryland "fudged" a batch of French caramels. The delicious result? The very first batch of "fudge" ever.
What is the difference between British fudge and American fudge? ›
Turns out that the two are not quite the same, but they're still equally delicious. Denser and sometimes a bit more crumbly than its American counterpart, British fudge comes in dozens of flavors, and is frequently found in gift shops and at outdoor markets and street fairs.
Is fudge healthier than chocolate? ›
Fudge typically contains more sugar than chocolate, so it may not be the best choice for those looking to limit their sugar intake. On the other hand, dark chocolate is a good source of antioxidants and can provide health benefits when consumed in moderation.
What is American fudge? ›
By way of definition, fudge is a cooked chocolate confection made by combining sugar, butter and milk, heating it to 240 °F (116 °C), and then beating the mixture while it cools so that it acquires a smooth, creamy consistency.
Is fudge a candy or dessert? ›
Fudge is a decadent confection that has been enjoyed for over a century. This creamy, smooth, and rich treat is made from sugar, milk, and flavorings, and has become a staple in candy stores and homes around the world.
What does beating fudge mean? ›
The fudge is then beaten as this makes the fudge slightly crumbly rather than chewy. Beating the mixture encourages the formation of small sugar crystals, which leads to the crumbly texture. The crystals may not be noticeable in themselves but the fudge mixture will thicken and turn from shiny to matte in appearance.
Why beat fudge with wooden spoon? ›
In his book On Food and Cooking, food scientist Harold McGee writes, “A metal spoon can induce crystallization by conducting heat away from local areas of the syrup, cooling them and so leaving them supersaturated [causing crystallization].” He recommends using a wooden spoon, which doesn't conduct heat.
What happens if you beat fudge too early? ›
This fudge was beaten immediately after cooking, while it was still very hot. Its crystals are so big that it has practically reverted back to a sugar state! What happened? Beating the syrup caused the formation of crystallization nuclei, anchor points to which sugar molecules attach to form crystals.
