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Butter Pecan Fudge

Irresistibly Smooth Butter Pecan Fudge You'll Adore

This easy Butter Pecan Fudge is a delightful vegetarian treat perfect for holiday gifting or simple indulgence any time of year.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fudge
  • 1 cup Pecans Can substitute with walnuts
  • 1 cup Butter Unsalted preferred
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream Heavy cream can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for superior taste
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Essential for consistency

Equipment

  • Oven
  • medium saucepan
  • 8x8-inch pan
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the chopped pecans on a cookie sheet and toast for about 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare an 8x8 inch pan by lining it with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  3. Combine butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and whipping cream in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until melted.
  4. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a boil for 5 minutes without stirring to deepen the color.
  5. Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes. Stir in salt and vanilla extract.
  6. Sift in powdered sugar gradually, mixing well. Fold in toasted pecans.
  7. Pour into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and let set at room temperature for about 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 55mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container; lasts up to 1 week at room temperature or 2 weeks in the fridge. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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