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Questions tagged [fudge]

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Why Do We 'Simmer' Fudge Instead of 'Boiling' it?

I've noticed that many candy recipes (specifically fudge recipes) instruct you to boil the mixture, then reduce to simmer, until you reach a specific temperature. My limited understanding of physics is that as the mixture simmers, water evaporates,…
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Clarification on the process for making fudge

OK, so I'm trying to make fudge. The recipe which I'm following doesn't give all that much in the way of directions. So I'd like clarification of a few points, so I know what I'm aiming for. Am I right in thinking that the objective is to heat the…
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Vanilla fudge attempts turn into caramel

I am absolutely addicted to making my own candies and confections, and I just adore making all kinds of fudge and truffles. However, I seem to have this issue whenever I go with a very simple recipe: vanilla fudge. I get caramel. Every. Single.…
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How can I cut fudge smooth and uniform?

I've recently taking up making fudge for family and friends. However, my cutting technique lacks a desirable smooth uniform piece. How can I cut equal smooth cuts?
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Fix fudge that is too rich

I've made some fudge from a paleo recipe using almond butter, coconut oil, honey and cocoa powder. Following this recipe, I find the fudge far too rich to eat -- the cocoa requirement was for 6 tablespoons in the recipe, but I feel this is too much.…
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Fudge not setting up-- any salvaging possible? Alternate uses?

I made fudge with evaporated milk I made myself. Added this to butter and sugar and heated. Added this to chocolate and stirred enough to mix. Poured into 8x8 dished and left to set up. No such luck. What I have is silky thick hot fudge…
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How do I prevent fudge browning?

I'm trying to make a fudge inspired by some I have seen made in a fudge shop here in the UK (although it is an American-style fudge, not the softer British kind). The recipe the shop uses substitutes cream for the butter in traditional recipes, and…
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Which type of fat to make fudge?

If you're making fudge, does it matter whether you use butterfat or vegatable fat? Or is it important to get actual, real butter? For that matter, I've seen recipies for fudge which demand single cream, double cream or even clotted cream. What…
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What is the purpose of heating peanut butter and butter when making this type of peanut butter fudge?

I've seen two basic kinds of recipes for peanut butter fudge. One is the traditional method of making fudge where sugar and milk is boiled and then peanut butter is added. The other method involves mixing butter and peanut butter over heat, usually…
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What would make old fashioned fudge tough?

I've been making old fashioned fudge for years with great success. But today my fudge came out tough. It's not the normal I overbeat it and its grainy and a little hard. It's like trying to eat plastic. I have no idea what I've done wrong. I made…
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Buttermilk Fudge not setting

My grandma used to make buttermilk fudge for us every year for Christmas. I have tried and tried to make it and it never sets up. It tastes great if you want to eat it with a spoon. The recipe is 2 c sugar 2 c buttermilk 1/4 c butter 1/3…
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Can Nutella be substituted for Peanut Butter in Peanut Butter Fudge?

Want to substitute Nutella for peanut butter in M&M Peanut Butter Fudge.
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Can sweetened condensed milk be substituted for whole milk and sugar?

I am making a fudge recipe that calls for 1cup whole milk and 5 cups sugar. It also uses 2 sticks of butter and 25 marshmallows. I'm wondering if I can omit the milk and cut back on the sugar by using sweetened condensed milk.
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Refrigerating fudge v leaving it out

Fudge shops don't seem to refrigerate their fudge they leave it out - is that what gives it is firm texture and how long should it be left out?
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Why is my chocolate fudge not that dark?

A UK chain's chocolate fudge is very dark. When I do chocolate fudge it comes out more looking the colour of milk chocolate. Is this because they use whipping cream or for some other reason?
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