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Butter Pecan Fudge

These sweet Butter Pecan Fudge is just like you would get on a vacation. Creamy, buttery flavor that melts in your mouth and finishes with the crunch of pecans!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
3 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 64 pieces
Calories: 105 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar Packed
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 cups Chopped Pecans

Instructions

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  1. Line an 8- by 8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan over medium high heat, combine sugars, cream, butter and salt. Bring to a boil. Stirring constantly, boil for a full 4 minutes (ROLLING BOIL). Remove from heat.
  3. Pour hot mixture into a mixing bowl and add in the vanilla and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth (several minutes). Fold in chopped pecans and pour into prepared baking dish.
  4. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours until firm. Before cutting into pieces, allow to come to room temperature.

Notes

  • Substitution ideas: Try making this fudge with almonds or peanuts instead of pecans to change things up. Who says butter almond fudge or butter peanut fudge can't be a thing?!
  • Cut as you go. When serving fudge, I cut off only as many squares as we plan to eat at once. That way the rest of the fudge stays soft and fresh, without drying out. Remember, you can always cut more!
  • Garnish. Do what I did and set aside a few pecan halves to press into the top of the fudge before it sets. This is especially useful if you're serving it alongside other fudges and want to be SURE everyone knows what flavor is what.

Nutrition Information

Calories 105kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 12mg (4%) Sodium 11mg (0%) Sugar 11g (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 64pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 105

% Daily Value*

Calories 105kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 11mg 0%
Sugar 11g 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.