German Chocolate Fudge Recipe
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German Chocolate Fudge Recipe
Description
The base fudge is prepared by boiling sugar and evaporated milk together, then mixing in butter and both semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips until smooth and glossy. Vanilla is added before spreading the warm mixture into a parchment-lined pan to cool and set.
The German chocolate topping is cooked separately by boiling sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and egg yolks until thickened. Vanilla, flaked coconut, and chopped pecans are stirred in to create a chunky, sweet, nutty icing. Once cooled, this topping is spread atop the set fudge, adding texture and flavor contrast to the smooth chocolate base.
The completed fudge is chilled in the refrigerator to firm it completely before cutting into portions to serve. This dessert balances creamy chocolate richness with chewy coconut and crunchy pecans.
Fudge is best served at room temperature; if refrigerated in a warm environment, chilling briefly before serving helps maintain texture. Proper stirring during boiling prevents scorching and ensures a smooth finish.
Ingredients
For the Fudge
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 cup butter cut into 4 slices, real
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For the German Chocolate Icing
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup butter real
- 3 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups coconut flaked
- 1 cup pecans chopped
- Let cool before applying to fudge. Keep in fridge!
Instructions
For the Fudge
- Place butter slices and chocolate chips in a large mixer bowl.
- Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper. Use the butter wrapper to grease the parchment paper.
- In a 2 quart (or larger) saucepan, bring sugar and milk to a rolling boil on the stove top. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon — do not scorch. Boil for 10 minutes, while constantly stirring.
- Remove from heat and pour into the mixer bowl with the butter and chocolate chips. Beat for 3 minutes with the mixer. Add 1 tablespoon vanilla and mix thoroughly.
- Spread warm fudge into the buttered 9x13 pan. Let cool completely before adding the topping.
For the German Chocolate Icing
- Combine sugar, milk, butter, and egg yolks in a large saucepan before setting on the stove.
- Bring the mix to a boil over medium heat until it thickens or about 6-8 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add vanilla, coconut, and pecans.
- Let mixture cool completely before applying to fudge.
- Cut fudge into pieces and serve.
Notes
- Keep fudge at room temperature for best texture; refrigerate briefly if your environment is warm.
- Stir constantly while boiling sugar and milk to prevent scorching and grainy texture.
- Allow the German chocolate topping to cool completely before applying to the fudge for proper layering.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 50Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 255 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 255kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 68mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 97mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 235IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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