Holiday Butter Pecan Fudge
Holiday Butter Pecan Fudge is a festive treat that encapsulates the warmth and joy of the season. With its creamy texture, crunchy pecans, and rich buttery flavor, this fudge is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet gift. Quick to prepare and made with simple ingredients, it promises to delight family and friends alike. Experience the bliss of homemade fudge that brings back cherished memories and creates new ones around your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup pecan halves (toasted)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by greasing an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Stir in sugar and evaporated milk until combined.
- Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly for about five minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in toasted pecans and vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and let cool at room temperature before refrigerating for about two hours.
- Once set, cut into squares and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, toast pecans before adding them to the mixture. Substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if desired. Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for longer shelf life.