Best 20 Nut Fudge Recipes

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Whether it's the holiday season or just a regular day, nut fudge can be a welcomed treat to satisfy one's sweet tooth. With its creamy and smooth texture, rich chocolate flavor, and crunchy nuts, nut fudge is a beloved confection that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make nut fudge recipe, you've come to the right place. Here, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to create the perfect batch of nut fudge, using simple ingredients and techniques. So gather your supplies, and let's get started on your culinary journey to create a delectable nut fudge that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

FUDGE NUT BROWNIES



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There's no brownie recipe or mix I've ever tried that's better than this! And it's so easy-you can mix it in one bowl in just a few minutes. My husband's grandmother passed the recipe on; now our son makes these brownies for after-school snacks. -Becky Albright, Norwalk, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 24 brownies.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped nuts
2/3 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped nuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In another bowl, combine oil, eggs and vanilla; add to dry ingredients. Do not overmix. , Spread in a 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with nuts if desired. Bake 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FUDGE-NUT OATMEAL BARS



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Writes Kim Stoller of Smithville, Ohio, "When I make these bars for lunches and snacks, they're gone in a jiffy!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
FUDGE FILLING
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Combine oats, flour, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture. Spread two-thirds into an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; set aside. , For filling, heat the milk, chocolate chips, butter and salt in a microwave-safe bowl until chips are melted. Remove from the heat; stir in walnuts and vanilla. Spread over top. Drop remaining oat mixture by tablespoonfuls over chocolate. , Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts :

FUDGE NUT OATMEAL BARS



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Whenever I take these bars to an event, I bring along the recipe. People love them! The almond flavoring gives them an extra yum!

Provided by tlindstrom

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup sliced almonds
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat 1 cup butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Stir in eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; mix well. Combine oats, flour, sliced almonds, baking soda, and 1 teaspoon salt in another bowl; stir into butter mixture until batter is just mixed. Spread 2/3 batter into a 10x15-inch rimmed baking sheet.
  • Heat chocolate chips, condensed milk, 2 tablespoons butter, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a saucepan over medium heat until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in remaining 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Spread chocolate mixture into baking sheet over oat batter. Spoon remaining 1/3 oat batter over chocolate.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 35.1 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 234.6 mg, Sugar 27.7 g

CHOCOLATE NUT FUDGE



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I've had this recipe over 50 years, and it is still my favorite. It isn't too sweet, and best of all, no cooking! Keeps well when wrapped and placed in refrigerator. I make this for Christmas giving.

Provided by Donna Sue

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Chocolate

Time 1h55m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) bag semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup sour cream
¾ cup confectioners' sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups finely crushed vanilla wafer crumbs
½ cup broken walnuts

Steps:

  • Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil.
  • Melt chocolate chips in a large, heavy pan over low heat, stirring constantly to avoid scorching, until melted and smooth, about 10 minutes. Stir sour cream, confectioners' sugar, and salt into the chocolate. Mix the vanilla wafer crumbs into the chocolate mixture and stir in broken walnut pieces. Spread fudge into the prepared pan, refrigerate until firm, and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 1.4 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 49.5 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

NUT FUDGE



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Some 17 years ago, when I was dating the man who is now my husband, his mother gave me this recipe for his favorite fudge. It's a tasty treat that's so simple to make.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter, divided
12 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
4-1/2 cups sugar
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
2 cups pecans or walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil; butter the foil with 1 tablespoon butter and set aside. Break German chocolate into 1-in. pieces; place in a bowl. Add the chocolate chips and marshmallow creme; set aside., In a large saucepan, bring the sugar, milk and remaining butter to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Slowly pour over chocolate mixture; stir until mixture is smooth and blended. Stir in nuts., Pour into prepared pan. Let stand at room temperature until cool. Cut into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FUDGE NUT BARS



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Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups unsifted flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
3 cups uncooked oatmeal (whole, not "quick")
12-oz. package of semisweet chocolate chips (preferably not generic)
1 can sweetened condensed milk
2 Tbs. butter
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. salt
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Cream butter and sugar. Mix in eggs and vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, sift flour, baking soda and salt together. Stir in oats. Add creamed mix to dry ingredients. Stir well and set aside.
  • Melt chocolate chips in saucepan. Over low heat, stir in condensed milk, butter and salt. Add walnuts and vanilla. Spread 2/3 of oat mix in 9"x13" pan. Cover with chocolate mix. Dot with remaining oat mix and swirl. (Chocolate will not all be covered.) Bake at 350 degrees for 25 min. until top is browned. Let cool and cut into bars.

FUDGE NUT BARS



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Make and share this Fudge Nut Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CrystalB

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 35 squares

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup margarine
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 1/2 cups rolled oats
12 ounces chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 tablespoons margarine
1 cup nuts, chopped (optional)
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • For cookie dough cream together margarine and sugar.
  • Mix in eggs and vanilla.
  • In separate bowl sift flour, soda and salt.
  • Add dry ingredients to creamed mixture. Set aside while you make the filling.
  • For fudge filling: in a saucepan over boiling water, mix chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, margarine and salt.
  • Stir until chips are melted and mixture is smooth.
  • Remove from heat and stir in nuts (if using) and vanilla.
  • Spread about 2/3 of the dough in bottom of greased 15x10 inch jelly roll pan (or one 9x13 and one 9x9 inch pan).
  • Cover with fudge filling.
  • Dot with remainder of dough.
  • Bake in 350F oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until lightly browned.

CHERRY-NUT WHITE FUDGE



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Ring in Christmas with this fudge that's the color of the season, white, red and green. The caramel-like flavored fudge is speckled with red and green candied cherries and pecans.-Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
2 cups sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/3 cup red candied cherries
1/3 cup green candied cherries

Steps:

  • Line an 8-in. square dish with foil and grease the foil with 2 teaspoons butter; set aside., In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, cream, corn syrup, salt and remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Cook over medium-low heat, without stirring until a candy thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in marshmallows and vanilla., With a wooden spoon, beat until mixture begins to lose its gloss, about 10 minutes. Fold in pecans and candied cherries. Pour into prepared pan. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Discard foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

VANILLA NUT FUDGE



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Delicious Vanilla Nut Fudge is perfect for white chocolate lovers!

Provided by Six Sisters Stuff

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 cups of sugar
1/2 cup butter
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1 jar marshmallow creme
8 oz vanilla almond bark
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups chopped walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • Line 9 x 13 pan with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray or butter
  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and evaporated milk. Cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, be sure to stir occasionally to prevent burning.
  • Bring to a boil and stir occasionally for 7 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in marshmallow creme, almond bark, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Mix in nuts until combined, and then pour mixture into prepared dish. Spread with spatula until smooth.
  • Refrigerate for two hours.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

CHOCOLATE NUT FUDGE



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This old-fashioned silky smooth fudge that's dotted with just the right amount of nuts is sure to appeal to sweet tooths of all ages, assures Lori Saunders of Sterling, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 5 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon plus 1 cup butter divided
4 cups sugar
1 cup milk
32 large marshmallows
2 cups milk chocolate chips
2 cups (12 ounces each) semisweet chocolate chips
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 to 1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped nuts
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Butter a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, milk and remaining butter. Bring to a full boil over medium heat; boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. , Remove from the heat. Stir in marshmallows until melted. Add chocolate chips and unsweetened chocolate; stir until chips are melted. Add nuts and vanilla. , Spread into prepared pan. Cool for 1 hour at room temperature. Cut into squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MOCHA NUT FUDGE



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I was lucky enough to inherit my grandmother's cookbook collection along with all of her recipe notations. This fudgy candy earned high marks. -Brandy LaFountain, Marion, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 1 pound.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup evaporated milk
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, milk and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil and sugar is dissolved; boil for 2 minutes. , Remove from the heat; stir in chocolate chips, vanilla and coffee granules with a wooden spoon. Continue stirring until mixture is smooth and thick, about 5 minutes. Stir in walnuts. , Shape into two 9-in. logs; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight. Unwrap and cut into slices.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 4 g fat (1 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1 mg cholesterol, Sodium 7 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10 g carbohydrate, Fiber trace fiber, Protein 1 g protein.

CRANBERRY NUT FUDGE



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This fast and delicious fudge recipe is Bobby Langley's favorite. "The dried cranberries give it holiday flair," says the Rocky Mount, North Carolina cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon butter
1 can (16 ounces) milk chocolate frosting
1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips
1 package (5 ounces) dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Line an 8-in. square dish with foil and grease the foil with butter; set aside. , In a heavy saucepan, combine frosting and chocolate chips. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until chips are melted. Stir in cranberries and nuts. Pour into prepared pan. , Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours. Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Discard foil; cut the fudge into 1-in. squares. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FUDGE NUT BROWNIE COOKIES



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Make and share this Fudge Nut Brownie Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Connie K

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 1h

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (21 1/2 ounce) package Pillsbury Fudge Brownie Mix
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 egg
1 (6 ounce) package chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 cup pecans, if desired
1 can pillsbury supreme chocolate fudge frosting, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees; Generously grease cookie sheet.
  • In large bowl, combine brownie mix, flour, water, oil and egg; By hand, stir with spoon until dough is formed; Stir in chocolate chips and nuts; Drop by teaspoons 2 inches apart onto greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 8-12 minutes; Cool 1 minute; Remove from cookie sheet, cool completely; Frost cookies with chocolate frosting.
  • TIP: For a thicker cookie, add an additional 2-4 tablespoons of flour.

CHOCOLATE FUDGE-NUT CREAM CHEESE BARS



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Make and share this Chocolate Fudge-Nut Cream Cheese Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 50m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces semisweet chocolate chunks or 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 salt

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375°.
  • Butter a 13 x 9-inch pan.
  • In a saucepan, combine chocolate pieces, cream cheese and evaporated milk; stir over low heat until smooth, then set aside.
  • Stir in chopped nuts In a large bowl, cream sugar and butter or margarine (if using), until light and fluffy, then blend in eggs and vanilla.
  • Mix together flour baking powder and salt, then add to the creamed mixture; mix well to combine.
  • Press half of the mixture into the bottom the prepared baking pan, then spread the chocolate mixture over crust.
  • Sprinkle with remaining crust mixture, then press down gently.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until crust is lightly browned.
  • Cool then cut into bars.

APRICOT-NUT WHITE FUDGE



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We look forward to this luscious apricot fudge recipe every Christmas. It's easy to make, and it melts in your mouth. I wrap up small squares of the candy with ribbon and silk holly.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 2-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
12 ounces white baking chocolate, melted and cooled
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
3/4 cup chopped dried apricots

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. square pan with aluminum foil, letting ends extend over sides by 1 in. Coat with cooking spray; set aside. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Gradually add the white chocolate. Beat in the vanilla. Fold in nuts and apricots. , Spread into prepared pan. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Using foil, lift fudge from pan; cut into 1-in. squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BANANA NUT FUDGE BROWNIES



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Make and share this Banana Nut Fudge Brownies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup chopped walnuts (or chopped pecans)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large overripe banana, mashed
1 egg
1/4 cup butter
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips (or 6 oz semisweet baking chocolate)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Grease bottom of an 8" square baking pan.
  • Mix all ingredients EXCEPT the butter and the chocolate chips on low just until blended.
  • Melt butter & chocolate, stirring often, in a saucepan on stove over low heat until smooth.
  • Add melted mixture to other mixture and beat until well blended.
  • Pour into prepared pan and bake at 350 for about 3o minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.5, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 27.8, Sodium 91, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 17.6, Protein 2.6

SUPERB FUDGE NUT BARS



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What a superb piece of heaven... These bars are one of many sweet treats I am serving for Thanksgiving, they will be put in the freezer and brought out the morning of. They do freeze well. Oh, and if you decide to try these on guests, be prepared to hand out the recipe...as I am always asked for it...lol! Just out of the oven....

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 c butter, softened
2 c brown sugar, lightly packed
2 eggs
4 tsp vanilla, divided
2 1/2 c flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt, divided
3 c oatmeal
2 c semi - sweet chocolate chips
1 can(s) sweetened condensed milk ( 14 ounce )
2 Tbsp butter
1 c chopped, nuts

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. These can be made in a jelly roll pan or I used a 9 x 13 baking dish.
  • 2. Cream butter and sugar.
  • 3. Add flour, soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well mixed; stir in oatmeal. ( Batter will be stiff.)
  • 4. Spread 2/3 mixture onto 10x15x1 inch pan. ( I used a 9 x 13...will just be a thicker bar.)
  • 5. For filling, melt chocolate chips, milk, 2 tablespoons butter, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in small saucepan on medium heat until smooth. Stir in nuts and remaining 2 teaspoons vanilla.
  • 6. Pour over mixture in pan. Spread evenly. Dot with remaining oatmeal mixture.
  • 7. Bake for 20 minutes, or until topping begins to brown. I baked mine 25 minutes, due to using a smaller pan.

EASY DARK CHOCOLATE NUT FUDGE



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This is a super-quick and easy recipe for some of the most delicious fudge you'll ever eat. It makes a great Christmas gift, too!

Provided by Tere Gill

Categories     Candies

Time 11m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can(s) sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces)
1 bag(s) special dark semi-sweet chocolate chips (12 oz. or 2 cups)
1 tsp real vanilla extract
1/2 c pecan or walnut pieces

Steps:

  • 1. Spray an 8"x8" square pan with cooking oil spray (preferably butter-flavored), removing excess with paper towel; line with a parchment paper "sling" (for easy removal of set fudge;) spray sling with oil and wipe; set aside.
  • 2. In a microwave safe 2 quart bowl, heat chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in microwave, on high, for 1 minute. Remove from microwave; stir to combine (if needed, heat up to an additional 30 seconds.) Stir until chips are completely melted and chocolate is smooth.
  • 3. Stir in vanilla extract and nuts. Pour fudge into prepared pan. Place in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before cutting.
  • 4. When ready to slice, use a knife to loosen any fudge that is touching bare pan. Use sling to lift fudge from pan; place on flat surface; cut into one inch squares.
  • 5. Store in an airtight container. No refrigeration required.

CHOCOLATE NUT FUDGE ROLLS



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The recipe for these rich chocolaty nut rolls comes from a handwritten cookbook full of memorable holiday treats- my mother complied it for me the last Christmas I lived at home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield about 2-1/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
3 cups sugar
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup honey
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening
3 cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter and chocolate over low heat. Add sugar, milk, honey and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cover and continue to boil for 2 minutes. Uncover and cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in vinegar. , Let cool to 110°. Add vanilla; beat vigorously until mixture thickens and loses it gloss, about 8-10 minutes. Turn onto a buttered baking sheet. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Knead for 2-3 minutes. Shape into 4x1-1/2-in. rolls. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets; chill for 3-4 hours. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip rolls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Roll in nuts. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets and chill until firm. Cut into 1/4-in. slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 21g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SIMPLE MACADAMIA NUT FUDGE



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My aunt now lives in Hawaii, and she keeps our family supplied with fresh pineapples, mangos and macadamia nuts...along with recipes like this one. When I run out of macadamias for candy-making, I substitute pecans. Whichever nuts I use, neighbors like this fudge so much that they have started to call me the "Candy Lady of Cleveland." -Vicki Fioranelli, Cleveland, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield about 5 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, divided
4-1/2 cups sugar
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
3 cups chopped macadamia nuts, divided
12 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
1 package (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • Line two 9-in. square pans with foil; butter the foil with the 2 teaspoons butter. Set aside. , In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, milk and remaining butter. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in 2 cups nuts, chopped chocolate, chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, vanilla and salt if desired., Pour fudge into prepared pans; sprinkle remaining nuts over top and press in lightly. Refrigerate until firm. Using foil, lift fudge out of pans. Discard foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips for Making the Best Nut Fudge

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Don't overcook the fudge. It should reach a temperature of 234-238°F (112-114°C).
  • Stir the fudge constantly while it is cooking to prevent it from burning.
  • Add the nuts and flavorings after the fudge has been removed from the heat.
  • Pour the fudge into a greased 8x8 inch pan and let it cool completely before cutting it into squares.

Conclusion

Nut fudge is a delicious and easy-to-make candy that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious treat that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give nut fudge a try. You won't be disappointed!

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