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Butter Pecan Fudge Recipe: Easy Homemade Candy for Christmas Sweets and Treats
Jessica

Butter Pecan Fudge

Creamy, buttery fudge loaded with toasted pecans. This easy homemade candy is perfect for holidays, gifts, or anytime you crave something sweet.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
cooling time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 36 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 98
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup unsalted butter plus extra for greasing
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 cup pecans toasted and coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Candy thermometer
  • Heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Fine-mesh sieve

Method
 

  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving overhang on sides. Lightly butter the lining.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, and salt. Stir constantly until mixture comes to a full boil.
  3. Once boiling, stop stirring and insert candy thermometer. Cook without stirring until temperature reaches 234°F to 236°F (soft-ball stage), about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool without stirring for 20-30 minutes until mixture reaches 110°F.
  5. Add vanilla extract. Beat with wooden spoon until mixture thickens and loses glossy sheen.
  6. Gradually stir in sifted powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in toasted pecans.
  7. Pour into prepared pan and spread evenly. Cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours or refrigerate until firm.
  8. Lift fudge from pan using overhang. Cut into 1-inch squares with sharp knife, wiping blade between cuts.

Notes

  • Toast pecans at 350°F for 6-8 minutes until fragrant. Cool completely before chopping.
  • Use a reliable candy thermometer for accurate temperature readings.
  • Sift powdered sugar to prevent lumps in finished fudge.
  • Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 2 weeks.