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Butter Pecan Fudge

Seriously flavorful and so easy to do! We love this from-scratch fudge!
Prep Time15 minutes
Chill1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Butter Pecan Fudge
Servings: 12
Calories: 255kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke-iambaker.net

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (1 stick, 113g) butter
  • ½ cup (120g) heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
  • teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted (reserve a few to sprinkle on top)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250g) confectioners' sugar, sifted twice

Instructions

  • Place two sheets of parchment paper, crisscrossed, in an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  • Toast the pecans (if you have not already toasted them) for 7 minutes at 350°F on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt to a boil. Stir frequently. Fudge should heat to around 236° to 239°F and not go over 244°F.
  • Once the fudge reaches 236°F-239°F, remove from heat.
  • Add the pecans and the vanilla to the hot fudge in the pan. Stir to just combine.
  • Stir in the sifted confectioners' sugar until it is well combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the lined baking dish, and add a few more pecans on top.
  • Cool for at least 60 minutes before cutting and serving. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 255kcal