Best 5 Pound Fudge Recipes

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FIVE POUNDS CHOCOLATE FUDGE



Five Pounds Chocolate Fudge image

I got this recipe out of Southern Living several years ago.The magazine credits Mrs. R.D. Walker of Garland, TX for the recipe. It is the only fudge I make, because it does make a large amount, and I find it easy to make. I am posting this for safekeeping, since I have lost it more than once. It does matter that you use good chocolate chips. Once I made it with a not-quite-so-good chips and it was pretty nasty.Cooking time is a guess, it doesn't really take too long, but I have never timed it.

Provided by JohnsCutie

Categories     Candy

Time 20m

Yield 5 pounds, 150 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (12 ounce) packages semisweet chocolate morsels (4 cups)
1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow cream
4 1/2 cups sugar
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
butter or margarine
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in a large bowl; set it aside.
  • Combine the sugar and evaporated milk in a buttered(very important)Dutch oven. (If you don't butter the sides, your sugar could crystallize and ruin the fudge.).
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches soft ball stage, or candy thermometer registers 234 degrees.
  • Pour over chocolate chip mixture.
  • Beat at high speed with an electric mixer or wooden spoon until mixture thickens and begins to lose its gloss. (I just use a spoon, you don't have to beat this very long.).
  • Stir in vanilla and chopped pecans.
  • Spread fudge evenly into a buttered 15 x 10 jellyroll pan. (I usually put in waxed paper and butter the waxed paper. It comes out very easily that way if you want to cut it out of the pan, not in it.).
  • Chill until firm. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • I cut it into 1" squares, so it makes 150 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.8, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 4, Sodium 12.3, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 9.1, Protein 0.5

MY MOTHER'S BEST FUDGE RECIPE



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This fudge recipe is quite a treat! It's creamy and full of chocolate flavor. Since there is no specific type of chocolate mentioned, we went with milk chocolate chips. We also opted for pecans and loved the crunch in every bite. If you don't like nuts, leave them out. This fudge will be just as fantastic. You're not going to be...

Provided by Debi McMurray

Categories     Chocolate

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 c sugar
1 can(s) evaporated milk, 12 oz
2 stick butter
1 tsp vanilla
1 bag(s) chocolate chips, 12 oz
1 pkg regular marshmallows, 16 oz bag
2 lb pecans or black walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Before beginning, take a large dish (at least 9 x 12 or larger) and butter it, getting it ready for the fudge to be poured into when the fudge is finished.
  • 2. In a heavy pan, add the sugar, evaporated milk, and 2 sticks of butter. Start heating this over medium heat to medium-high heat.
  • 3. Heat to a boil and let it boil on low heat until it comes to a soft-ball stage.
  • 4. At this point, add the vanilla. Do not let it go any longer. Do not continue cooking. It is very important to take it off at this point so it doesn't overcook or get sugary.
  • 5. Add the chocolate chips and marshmallows. Start stirring quickly into the hot mixture.
  • 6. If you want nuts, add the nuts at this point.
  • 7. Pour it into the greased pan. This will have to set for several hours before cutting because it is a very deep fudge and makes 5 pounds. PATIENCE is worth the wait.

GRANDPA'S 5 POUND FUDGE



GRANDPA'S 5 POUND FUDGE image

THIS WAS PAST DOWN FOR GENERATIONS.THESE IS SIMPLY THE BEST FUDGE EVER

Provided by Sherri Crosson @Sherri_Boyce

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 9

RECIPE PART ONE
4 1/2 cup(s) sugar
1/4 pound(s) butter
1 can(s) 12 oz carnation milk
RECIPE PART TWO
1 package(s) 6 oz chocolate chips
1 7oz medium marshmallow fluff
1 tablespoon(s) vanilla extract
1 - chocolate, unsweetened squares

Steps:

  • PART ONE: Bring ingredients to a boil and continue to boil for 9 minutes from the time the fire is turned on. Stir constantly.
  • PART TWO: Remove from stove and add all other ingredients. Stir until chocolate is melted.
  • Pour into a deep 17X11 cookie sheet. Let stand until firm.

FIVE POUNDS OF WONDERFUL FUDGE RECIPE - (5/5)



five pounds of wonderful fudge Recipe - (5/5) image

Provided by momofsixplus1

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 can( 14 1/2 oz) evaporated milk
4 1/2 cups pure cane sugar
1/2 pound marshmallows
2 oz unsweetened chocolate
12 oz semi-sweet chocolate pieces
12 oz sweet baking chocolate
1 tablespoon vanilla
2 cups chopped nuts

Steps:

  • combine butter, milk ans sugar in a dutch oven. stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. cook to a boil, cover. add marshmallows, stir until melted. add chocolate, one kind at a time, stirring until melted. add vanilla and nuts, blend. pour into buttered jelly roll( 10 x 15 inch) pan. let stand until firm.

MY GRAM'S 5 LB FUDGE



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My grandma has made this year after year and I was lucky enough to get this recipe from her. It is quite rich. I like to add all walnuts to it but pecans would be great too. Someone once mentioned adding cranberries which I think would be good too. Hope you like it. It is a great do ahead recipe.

Provided by Shannon Rice @carolinesmama

Categories     Candies

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 package(s) good semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup(s) or 2 sticks of butter or margarine
1 jar(s) marshmallow cream or 16 lg marshmallows
1 can(s) 13oz evaporated milk
4 1/2 cup(s) sugar
2 tablespoon(s) vanilla
1-2 cup(s) chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Place the chocolate, butter and marshmallow cream in a large bowl. In a heavy 4 quart saucepan bring to a boil the milk and sugar, stirring constantly.
  • When mixture reaches full rolling boil start timing and cook for 8 minutes, stirring frquently. Pour over the chocolate mixture and stire until well blended. Beat in the vanilla then stir in the nuts. Pour evenly into a greased 15"x10"x1" jelly roll pan. Spread evenly. Cool for about 10 minutes then refrigerate to firm at least a couple hours to overnight. Cut into 1" squares when cooled. Remember it is quite rich so not too big. Yummy!

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