Description
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of making your own rich and creamy Old-Fashioned Caramel Fudge at home. This stovetop dessert is a classic treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
Granulated Sugar Mixture:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Cook Sugar Mixture: Combine the sugars, cream, butter, corn syrup, and salt in a saucepan. Cook until boiling, then reach 238°F without stirring.
- Cool and Beat: Let the mixture cool, add vanilla, then beat until thick and matte.
- Pour and Set: Quickly pour the fudge into the pan, smooth the top, and let it set for about 2 hours.
- Serve: Cut into squares and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
- Avoid stirring after boiling to prevent crystallization.
- Dark brown sugar can enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
