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Enjoy a delicious taste of See's fudge! With just a few simple ingredients you are going to enjoy the most delicious fudge recipe! I'll even show you how to make this into a dairy free fudge recipe that tastes just as delicious!
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Fudge is popular any time of year but most especially during the Christmas holiday. If you're looking for some other Christmas favorites, try our Christmas sugar cookie bars or stained glass cookies. And don't forget to wash your delicious treats down with a glass of our simple eggnog recipe.
Ingredients
The ingredient list to make your fudge is really simple. You will need:
- Milk chocolate chips
- Semi sweet chocolate chips
- Dairy free butter
- Marshmallow fluff
- Sugar
- Evaporated milk
- Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the chocolates, butter, and marshmallow fluff. Set the mixture aside.
- Heat the Evaporated Milk Mixture: In a large saucepan, combine the dairy-free evaporated milk and sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it comes to a rolling boil. Once boiling, set a timer for four minutes and continue stirring constantly.
- Combine the Mixtures: After four minutes, pour the boiling milk mixture over the chocolate, butter, and marshmallow fluff in the bowl. Stir the mixture until smooth, ensuring that all ingredients are well combined. If desired, fold in walnuts at this stage.
- Transfer to Pan: Grease a 9x13 inch pan and pour the fudge mixture into it, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Chill: Cover the pan and refrigerate it for several hours or overnight until the fudge is set.
- Slice and Serve: Once the fudge is set, remove it from the refrigerator and slice it into pieces.
Tips for Making Dairy Free See's Fudge:
- My Fudge Did Not Turn Out. What Happened? Make sure that you have the milk and sugar at a rolling boil so it's hot enough to melt the chocolate. You also may need to adjust the temperature of the milk and sugar mixture so it doesn't burn.
- My Fudge Did Not Set Up: Is the humidity too high? If it's a humid day where you live, it may not set up. Fudge doesn't love humidity.
- How do I Store Fudge? Fudge can be stored in an airtight container for up to a couple of weeks at room temperature. It is not recommended to refrigerate fudge for very long as it may dry it out. You can freeze fudge in a Ziploc or airtight container for up to three months! To thaw just thaw in the fridge until soft.
Substitutions
This recipe is naturally gluten free but you can make some simple changes to make this recipe into a delicious dairy free fudge recipe!
- Dairy free: You will want to substitute dairy free chocolate chips and dairy free butter. You will also need to use dairy free evaporated milk which can be found at most major health food stores.
- Vegan: To make this recipe vegan, you will want to substitute vegan marshmallow fluff. You will also want to substitute plant based chocolate chips and plant based butter. You will also need to substitute dairy free evaporated milk.
Storing
Store the fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Alternatively, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or in the freezer for up to one month. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Tips
- Serve your See's fudge as a standalone treat or alongside your favorite desserts.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts or sea salt on top of the fudge for added texture and flavor.
FAQ
Can I use different types of chocolate in this recipe?
Yes, you can experiment with different types of chocolate to customize the flavor of your fudge. Dark chocolate or milk chocolate can be used in place of semisweet chocolate chips, depending on your preference.
Can I freeze See's fudge?
Yes, you can freeze the fudge for up to 2-3 months. Wrap individual pieces tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Can I add mix-ins to the fudge?
Absolutely! Feel free to add chopped nuts, dried fruit, or candy pieces to the fudge mixture before pouring it into the pan for added flavor and texture.
How can I achieve a smoother texture for the fudge?
Ensure that the chocolate chips are completely melted and the mixture is well combined before pouring it into the pan. You can also use a fine-mesh strainer to sift the fudge mixture for a smoother finish.
My Fudge Did Not Turn Out. What Happened?
Make sure that you have the milk and sugar at a rolling boil so it's hot enough to melt the chocolate. You also may need to adjust the temperature of the milk and sugar mixture so it doesn't burn.
My Fudge Did Not Set Up
Is the humidity too high? If it's a humid day where you live, it may not set up. Fudge doesn't love humidity.
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Copycat See's Fudge Recipe
Traci Wennerholm
Rich creamy See's fudge tastes amazing and is velvety smooth! Plus learn how to turn this into a delicious dairy free fudge recipe!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
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Total Time 20 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 40 pieces
Calories 311 kcal
Equipment
9x13 inch pan
Timer
Ingredients
- 16 ounces milk chocolate You can use two 8 ounce chocolate bars or 16 ounce of milk chocolate chips.
- 24 ounces semi sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup butter
- 8 ounces marshmallow fluff
- 4 ½ cups sugar
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 cup chopped walnuts optional
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the chocolates, butter and marshmallow fluff. Set aside.
In a large saucepan, combine the evaporated milk and sugar. Heat on medium heat to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Once the mixture comes to a rolling boil, set your timer for four minutes continuing to stir constantly.
Once time is up, pour the boiling mixture over the chocolate, butter and marshmallow fluff. Stir until smooth. Fold in walnuts if using.
Pour the fudge mixture into a greased 9x13 inch pan. Cover the pan and refrigerate for several hours or overnight until fudge is set. Slice into pieces.
Notes
Fudge can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. The fudge can also be stored in the refrigerator for several weeks or in the freezer for up to three months.
For substitutions for making this a dairy free fudge recipe, see notes in the post for ingredients to use.
Nutrition
Calories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 31mgPotassium: 169mgFiber: 2gSugar: 39gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 2mg
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