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Running short on time but still want to stir up some candy from scratch? This microwave fudge takes only a few minutes of hands-on time, but tastes just as good as the Christmas candy<\/a> Grandma would make.<\/p>\n You might have all the ingredients you need right in your pantry. Make sure you’ve got plenty of these essentials before you begin.<\/p>\n This recipe makes a 9×9-inch pan of fudge. To start, line this square pan with foil and then grease with 1-1\/2 teaspoons of butter.<\/p>\n In a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and the rest of the butter for 60 seconds. Give the mix a stir, and continue to microwave in 30-second bursts until fully melted and smooth.<\/p>\n Then stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until well combined.<\/p>\n Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan. Refrigerate until firm. Once set, use the foil to lift the candy out of the pan. Use a sharp knife to cut the fudge into squares. Stash the fudge in an airtight container in the fridge.<\/p>\n While this fudge is delicious on its own, you can also use it as a starting point for your own flavor combinations. Here are a few fudge ideas<\/a> to get you started:<\/p>\n Fudge is best stored<\/a> in an airtight container with waxed paper between layers. It will last for 1 to 2 weeks at room temperature or up to three weeks in the fridge.<\/p>\n If you want to freeze fudge, wrap it tightly in waxed paper, and then in a layer of aluminum foil. Stash that package in an air-tight container in the freezer. It’ll keep well for up to a year.<\/p>\n Graininess is a common fudge mistake<\/a>. With this recipe, you can encounter that unpleasant texture if you heat the chocolate for too long. For best results, melt the chocolate and butter together in short bursts\u201430 seconds at a time at most.<\/p>\n This recipe uses semisweet and milk chocolate. If you prefer one type of chocolate in particular\u2014milk, dark, semisweet\u2014feel free to use just those chips.<\/p>\n If you want to give your fudge a fun finish, you can add a smattering of sprinkles or drizzle melted candy melts over the top. You can easily tweak these decorations to match the season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Calling all chocoholics! 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We'll show you how to make microwave fudge in just five easy steps.","recipeIngredient":["1-1\/2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided","2 cups semisweet chocolate chips","1 package (11-1\/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips","1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk","1 teaspoon vanilla extract"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Prep the pan","text":"This recipe makes a 9x9-inch pan of fudge. To start, line this square pan with foil and then grease with 1-1\/2 teaspoons of butter."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Microwave the ingredients","text":"In a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and the rest of the butter for 60 seconds. Give the mix a stir, and continue to microwave in 30-second bursts until fully melted and smooth. Then stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until well combined."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Refrigerate","text":"Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan. Refrigerate until firm. Once set, use the foil to lift the candy out of the pan. Use a sharp knife to cut the fudge into squares. Stash the fudge in an airtight container in the fridge."}],"recipeYield":"about 2-1\/3 pounds (81 pieces)","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Lisa Kaminski"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 59 calories","fatContent":"3g fat (2g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"3mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"12mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"8g carbohydrate (7g sugars","fiberContent":"0 fiber)","proteinContent":"1g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.681818,"reviewCount":22,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-11-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Rebekah166"},"reviewBody":"I took this to a Church potluck and received rave reviews. It was so easy to make, and you can make it ahead of time. I made it on Friday and stored it in the fridge until Sunday. It tasted great. It's now Monday evening, and I'm still snacking on it. The recipe is good as is, but I added sweetened shredded coconut and slivered almonds. It tasted just like almond joy candy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-09-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jennifer084"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty fudge! I mixed in some peanuts and mini-marshmallows after melting the chocolate. Such a quick and easy dessert!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-06-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"nblibrary"},"reviewBody":"I just made this fudge, except I used almond extract in place of the vanilla. I can't believe how good this fudge is compared to how easy it is! I'm going to try to make my own variations on this fudge for xmas this year since it is so easy and good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-05-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lynnwright"},"reviewBody":"I make these on the stove top using a double boiler instead of microwave and they always turn out great. I also use my easy homemade sweetened condensed milk instead of canned. I've added in drained and chopped maraschino cherries, dried unsweetened cherries, craisins, brown rice krispies, freeze dried strawberries, and family, friends and coworkers always love them.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"misscoffeepot"},"reviewBody":"This is the same recipe that has been my go-to for years, well, decades. Sometimes I add nuts, or craisens, or use mint chips- all good","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-10-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Chumley5"},"reviewBody":"I've made this for years with all semisweet chips but have never used butter. Lining the pan with plastic wrap works just as well as foil. This fudge is quick, easy, and hard to stay away from once it's finished.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LCS456"},"reviewBody":"I love fudge and all things pumpkin spice so I had to try this recipe. I was skeptical about the combination; but the addition of the pumpkin spice to the fudge gave it a unique flavor that was very good and a nice change from the usual fudge recipes. This recipe is very similar to one I have used for years and I always add a tablespoon of strong brewed coffee or a 1\/4 teaspoon of espresso powder to my fudge recipes - you won't even know the coffee is there but it enhances the flavor of the chocolate.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-12-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LeslieH"},"reviewBody":"Creamy, delicious fudge. I would love to try to make this fudge with different kinds of chips and adding things in, such as vanilla chips and candy cane bits or oreo cookie pieces. Easy to make, but found that it thickens up quickly. If you have an extra body to spread it in the pan, it helps.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-02-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CindyLee"},"reviewBody":"This was OK for when your in a pinch but I\u2019ll stick to my old fashioned fudge recipe that my family prefers even though it takes a little longer.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-02-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"TheDix"},"reviewBody":"Very good and easy fudge! i used peanut butter chips instead of milk chocolate chips Loved the blend of flavors.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"rena 55","givenName":"rena","familyName":"55"},"reviewBody":"When I need a chocolate fix quickly, this will be my go-to recipe!! Wow, love the combination of semi-sweet and milk chocolate. You could do add ins such as nuts, toffee bits, crushed peppermints to switch it the flavor. But really, it's great as is!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-06-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Sandyhw"},"reviewBody":"Not as good as I hoped","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-11-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kckamargo63"},"reviewBody":"Delicious and oh so easy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-06-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"gina.kapfhamer"},"reviewBody":"Just like my grandma always made! Great tip with lining the pan, makes it so much easier.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"gld2bmom"},"reviewBody":"Absolutely amazing! This fudge is so quick to make and tastes fabulous!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kasha"},"reviewBody":"Easy, quick, only need a small piece, might add some nuts next time!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Aug-95"},"reviewBody":"If I had to name this recipe, I'd call it happy children! And it was really easy to make. I was out of vanilla and used almond extract instead.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JWJIII"},"reviewBody":"This is sogood!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-10-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hkkeener"},"reviewBody":"This is SOOOO good. I have to force myself to only eat one small piece at a time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"delowenstein"},"reviewBody":"I am updating this review and used my stovetop! I have used the double boiler and used the ingredients as was presented in the recipe. This fudge turned out to be delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"proberts14"},"reviewBody":"Excellent - easy to make and yummy.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"justmbeth"},"reviewBody":"The kids declared this their new favorite homemade fudge. 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I've added in drained and chopped maraschino cherries, dried unsweetened cherries, craisins, brown rice krispies, freeze dried strawberries, and family, friends and coworkers always love them.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"05\/25\/2018 14:58","GUID":"254cdce7a67d482dafb6b24101e24204","MemberId":7910567,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lynnwright","SubmittedDate":"05\/25\/2018 14:49"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"02\/13\/2018 11:09","GUID":"6F2F789390694002BA1AF8487474A827","MemberId":831268,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Lisa","SubmittedDate":"02\/13\/2018 11:09"},{"Comment":" This was OK for when your in a pinch but I\u2019ll stick to my old fashioned fudge recipe that my family prefers even though it takes a little longer.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"02\/13\/2018 03:00","GUID":"3d7c1997f211462f86a0348028971bba","MemberId":9348592,"Rating":2,"ScreenName":"Cindy","SubmittedDate":"02\/13\/2018 03:00"},{"Comment":" Very good and easy fudge! i used peanut butter chips instead of milk chocolate chips Loved the blend of flavors.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"02\/12\/2018 04:29","GUID":"4B0FE5CD4CFD4178B8102CD62AA72340","MemberId":607421,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"TheDix","SubmittedDate":"02\/12\/2018 04:29"},{"Comment":" Not as good as I hoped<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"06\/25\/2017 05:52","GUID":"9297819f536a4752ba06afb8c2b82be7","MemberId":8536869,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"Sandyhw","SubmittedDate":"06\/25\/2017 05:52"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"05\/27\/2017 11:10","GUID":"249c1fd29c754aa39f486e39d778ae29","MemberId":7998705,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Darla02","SubmittedDate":"05\/27\/2017 11:10"},{"Comment":" This is sogood!!!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"03\/06\/2017 12:14","GUID":"c256923fe9a54604bddce07ea202c764","MemberId":8099523,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"JWJIII","SubmittedDate":"03\/05\/2017 20:01"},{"Comment":" Sounds wonderful. I can't wait to make this.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"","GUID":"a78407ac7c3f4f85a5c2a03b6cd6ee78","MemberId":8545259,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"MexicanFoodLover","SubmittedDate":"03\/03\/2017 03:49"},{"Comment":" This is the same recipe that has been my go-to for years, well, decades. Sometimes I add nuts, or craisens, or use mint chips- all good<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"03\/02\/2017 22:09","GUID":"631bb40dec1f419384372bb868f836a8","MemberId":7519492,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"misscoffeepot","SubmittedDate":"03\/02\/2017 22:09"},{"Comment":" Just like my grandma always made! Great tip with lining the pan, makes it so much easier.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"06\/07\/2016 11:57","GUID":"8462bec61a0d46ecb11f66e25cc2a988","MemberId":8717427,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"gina.kapfhamer","SubmittedDate":"06\/07\/2016 11:57"},{"Comment":" The kids declared this their new favorite homemade fudge. A cinch to make.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"01\/28\/2015 08:26","GUID":"b72b9b99845f46a2aecb9496139b8373","MemberId":1196484,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"justmbeth","SubmittedDate":"01\/28\/2015 08:26"},{"Comment":" Creamy, delicious fudge. I would love to try to make this fudge with different kinds of chips and adding things in, such as vanilla chips and candy cane bits or oreo cookie pieces. Easy to make, but found that it thickens up quickly. If you have an extra body to spread it in the pan, it helps.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"12\/21\/2014 14:52","GUID":"A37BFC5E7959A6A9660E7DB75ED0049D","MemberId":191346,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"LeslieH","SubmittedDate":"12\/21\/2014 14:50"},{"Comment":" Delicious and oh so easy!<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"11\/03\/2014 13:41","GUID":"2206af97bbef477d96fa8f7fa52a7478","MemberId":7981779,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"kckamargo63","SubmittedDate":"11\/03\/2014 13:41"},{"Comment":" This is SOOOO good. I have to force myself to only eat one small piece at a time.<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"10\/07\/2014 19:32","GUID":"ea18ae70eece432c8608f51dcf9707c1","MemberId":2585785,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hkkeener","SubmittedDate":"10\/07\/2014 19:32"},{"Comment":" I've made this for years with all semisweet chips but have never used butter. Lining the pan with plastic wrap works just as well as foil. This fudge is quick, easy, and hard to stay away from once it's finished.<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"10\/04\/2014 11:55","GUID":"9f2f5681803d4b2dabf22b632a19f426","MemberId":6210995,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Chumley5","SubmittedDate":"10\/04\/2014 11:54"},{"Comment":" Excellent - easy to make and yummy.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"09\/14\/2014 17:27","GUID":"4432DBC07B1C4FEFBF57C1AEA5E1231A","MemberId":1767183,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Pat","SubmittedDate":"09\/14\/2014 17:26"},{"Comment":" If I had to name this recipe, I'd call it happy children! And it was really easy to make. I was out of vanilla and used almond extract instead.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"09\/05\/2014 20:45","GUID":"fed52f4d832b4854a046a949aeec2850","MemberId":4631582,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"aug2295","SubmittedDate":"09\/05\/2014 20:45"},{"Comment":" Absolutely amazing! This fudge is so quick to make and tastes fabulous!<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"08\/21\/2014 21:55","GUID":"3038d060726e4d74b8aa6b63c86b1307","MemberId":7191733,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"gld2bmom","SubmittedDate":"08\/21\/2014 21:55"},{"Comment":" I love fudge and all things pumpkin spice so I had to try this recipe. I was skeptical about the combination; but the addition of the pumpkin spice to the fudge gave it a unique flavor that was very good and a nice change from the usual fudge recipes. This recipe is very similar to one I have used for years and I always add a tablespoon of strong brewed coffee or a 1\/4 teaspoon of espresso powder to my fudge recipes - you won't even know the coffee is there but it enhances the flavor of the chocolate.<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"08\/20\/2014 14:49","GUID":"93025a64130e40bc971b1bb3e030e2e3","MemberId":7088740,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"LCS456","SubmittedDate":"08\/20\/2014 14:49"},{"Comment":" I am updating this review and used my stovetop! I have used the double boiler and used the ingredients as was presented in the recipe. This fudge turned out to be delicious!<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"03\/03\/2017 19:35","GUID":"d052fe7a9f4541dabf871f32b43f88ca","MemberId":3766053,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"delowenstein","SubmittedDate":"08\/17\/2014 15:05"},{"Comment":" When I need a chocolate fix quickly, this will be my go-to recipe!! Wow, love the combination of semi-sweet and milk chocolate. You could do add ins such as nuts, toffee bits, crushed peppermints to switch it the flavor. But really, it's great as is!<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"08\/16\/2014 20:07","GUID":"a889a31ec005442b9833ae40dc071f64","MemberId":1935799,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"rena 55","SubmittedDate":"08\/16\/2014 20:07"},{"Comment":" Easy, quick, only need a small piece, might add some nuts next time!<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"08\/15\/2014 13:07","GUID":"B6A0E8B7C31C66EEF4906A1E92B86DE7","MemberId":179140,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Kasha","SubmittedDate":"08\/15\/2014 13:07"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Prep the pan<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Microwave the ingredients<\/h3>\n
Step 3: Refrigerate<\/h3>\n
Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Fudge<\/h2>\n
Microwave Fudge Tips<\/h2>\n
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What if the fudge is grainy?<\/h3>\n
Can you use other types of chocolate to make microwave fudge?<\/h3>\n
Can you decorate fudge?<\/h3>\n
Homemade Fudge Tips<\/h2>\r\n\r\n
What are the basic ingredients for fudge?<\/h3>\r\nThe basic ingredients required for old-fashioned fudge are sugar, butter and milk, which is then heated to the soft-ball stage. Quick fudge, like this recipe, typically includes marshmallow fluff or condensed milk. Other ingredients\u2014chocolate, caramel, fruits, nuts and more\u2014are commonly added, too, like in these irresistible fudge recipes<\/a>.\r\n\r\n
Why is my fudge not hardening?<\/h3>\r\nQuick fudge typically sets well, as long as you follow these simple steps on how to make fudge<\/a>. But if you're struggling with old-fashioned fudge not setting up, it might be because it wasn't heated to a high enough temperature during cooking. This is likely a result of either user error or an inaccurate candy thermometer. Be sure to heat your fudge to the right temperature, usually between 237\u00b0 and 240\u00b0, and double-check your candy thermometer.\r\n\r\n
How do you make fudge more quickly?<\/h3>\r\nThe speediest way to whip up fudge is opting for a shortcut method, like the microwave, with shortcut ingredients, like condensed milk or marshmallow fluff, rather than the slow, traditional stovetop technique.\r\n
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Why is my fudge not hardening?<\/h3>Quick fudge typically sets well, as long as you follow the simple steps on how to make fudge<\/a>. But if you're struggling with old-fashioned fudge not setting up, it might be because it wasn't heated to a high enough temperature during cooking. This is likely a result of either user error or an inaccurate candy thermometer. Be sure to heat your fudge to the right temperature, usually between 237\u00b0F and 240\u00b0, and double-check your candy thermometer.
Why is my fudge crumbly?<\/h3>If you're having issues with your fudge coming out crumbly, it's likely that you're overcooking the sugar. Doing so will make the mixture unable to retain enough water, resulting in fudge that has a dry, crumbly texture. Here are more common fudge mistakes and how to fix them<\/a>.
How do you make fudge more quickly?<\/h3>The speediest way to whip up fudge is opting for a shortcut method, like the microwave, with shortcut ingredients, like condensed milk or marshmallow fluff, rather than the slow, traditional stovetop technique.
How long will fudge last?<\/h3>When layered in between pieces of waxed paper and stored in an airtight container, fudge will last for 1 to 2 weeks at room temperature and 2 to 3 weeks in the refrigerator. If you want to freeze fudge, wrap it up in waxed paper and aluminum foil, and then keep in an airtight container, where it will last for up to a year. Here's more about how to store fudge<\/a> properly.
\u2014Annamarie Higley<\/a>, Taste Recipes Associate Print Editor <\/i>and Sammi DiVito, Taste Recipes Assistant Editor<\/i>"}],"CommentCount":20,"RatingCount":21,"RecipeCommentDetails":[{"Comment":"