🍁 Maple Fudge Recipe 🍁
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 36 squares
Description:
Indulge in the sweetness of the holiday season with this delightful Maple Fudge recipe. Perfect for Christmas gifting or satisfying your sweet tooth cravings, this fudge is reminiscent of childhood memories and the joy of giving. Inspired by a beloved candy from a cherished Mexican restaurant, this recipe brings that nostalgic flavor right into your kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups pure maple syrup
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Grease an 8-inch square baking dish. |
| 2 | In a heavy 3-quart saucepan, combine maple syrup, sugar, half-and-half, and corn syrup. |
| 3 | Heat the mixture to boiling over medium heat, stirring just until the ingredients are combined. |
| 4 | Cook the maple mixture, without stirring, until it reaches 236°F on a candy thermometer (softball stage). |
| 5 | Remove the fudge mixture from heat; stir in the butter and beat with an electric mixer until the candy is lighter in color and just starts to feel thick. |
| 6 | Fold the chopped walnuts into the fudge mixture and pour it into the greased pan. |
| 7 | Allow the fudge to cool to room temperature on a wire rack. |
| 8 | Once cooled, remove the fudge from the pan and break it into pieces or cut it into 36 squares. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 127.7
- Fat Content: 3.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 2.9mg
- Sodium Content: 9.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 25.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 22.5g
- Protein Content: 0.6g
This Maple Fudge recipe is a delightful treat that captures the essence of the holiday season. Whether you’re making it for yourself or sharing it with loved ones, it’s sure to bring smiles and sweetness to all who taste it. Enjoy the nostalgic flavors and the joy of homemade goodness!
