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Paula Deen’s 5-Minute Fudge

Paula Deen’s 5-Minute Fudge: Irresistibly Quick Chocolate Bliss

Discover Paula Deen’s 5-Minute Fudge, a quick dessert that perfectly balances nostalgia and indulgence.
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Fudge
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 2/3 cup Evaporated Milk
  • 1/2 cup Butter
  • 1 pinch Salt To balance sweetness
  • 2 cups Milk Chocolate Chips Can swap for dark or semi-sweet
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts (optional) Walnuts or pecans are perfect

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • spatula
  • 8-inch square baking dish

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of granulated sugar, 2/3 cup of evaporated milk, 1/2 cup of butter, and a pinch of salt. Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly as the mixture heats up.
  2. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes until the mixture reaches a gentle boil, and becomes smooth and glossy.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 2 cups of milk chocolate chips, stirring vigorously until they melt completely.
  4. Add 2 cups of mini marshmallows and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, stirring continuously until the marshmallows are fully incorporated.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of chopped nuts, mixing them gently into your fudge mixture until evenly distributed.
  6. Prepare an 8-inch square baking dish by lining it with parchment paper. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared dish and spread it evenly.
  7. Let the fudge cool at room temperature for about 1-2 hours, or until it sets completely.
  8. Once the fudge is cooled and firm, lift it out of the dish using the parchment paper, transfer to a cutting board and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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