Description
Quick and indulgent Paula Deen 5-minute fudge delivers chocolate magic with minimal effort. Creamy chocolate treats come together swiftly, promising rich satisfaction for chocolate enthusiasts who crave instant gratification.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (60 g) mini marshmallows
- 1 (6-oz/170 g) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 ⅔ cups (400 ml) sugar
- ½ cup (60 g) chopped pecans
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) evaporated milk
- 4 tbsps (60 ml) butter
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) salt
Instructions
- Preparation: Gather all ingredients and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking pan for smooth fudge release.
- Caramelization: In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, evaporated milk, unsalted butter, and salt. Heat over medium temperature, stirring constantly to prevent scorching and create a harmonious blend.
- Boiling Phase: Allow the mixture to reach a gentle boil, maintaining a consistent simmer for 5 minutes. Continuously stir with a wooden spoon to ensure even heat distribution and prevent ingredient adhesion to the pan’s bottom.
- Chocolate Integration: Reduce heat and introduce semi-sweet chocolate chips. Stir vigorously until the chocolate dissolves completely, creating a luxurious, glossy consistency.
- Final Fusion: Remove from heat and fold in pure vanilla extract, finely chopped pecan halves, and miniature marshmallows. Blend thoroughly until marshmallows melt and ingredients combine seamlessly into a rich, velvety mixture.
- Setting and Cooling: Pour the molten fudge into the prepared pan, using a silicone spatula to spread evenly and capture every delectable drop. Allow to cool naturally at room temperature for 2-3 hours until the surface becomes firm and opaque.
- Serving: Once fully set, slice into uniform squares using a sharp knife, cleaning the blade between cuts to maintain pristine edges. Serve and savor the decadent Paula Deen 5 Minute Fudge.
Notes
- Prevent Scorching: Continuously stir the sugar, milk, butter, and salt mixture to avoid burning and ensure even heat distribution.
- Boiling Technique: Maintain a gentle boil for exactly 5 minutes, stirring constantly to create a smooth, consistent fudge base.
- Chocolate Melting: Reduce heat when adding chocolate chips and stir vigorously until completely dissolved for a glossy, silky texture.
- Cooling Crucial: Let fudge set at room temperature for 2-3 hours to achieve the perfect firm, opaque consistency before cutting.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg