Chocolate Fudge
24 servings10 min prep10 min cookEasy
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The Tale of Chocolate Fudge
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Fudge is believed to have originated in the United States in the late 19th century, with an early account crediting a batch of 'fudged' (accidentally failed) caramels made at Vassar College around 1888. It became a popular homemade candy, especially around the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale:· 24 servings
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- 1Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- 2Combine the chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter in a saucepan over low heat.
- 3Stir constantly until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- 4Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, salt, and walnuts if using.
- 5Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- 6Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, until firm, before cutting into small squares.
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