Description
Rich, nostalgic black walnut fudge whispers sweet memories of grandma’s kitchen. Creamy chocolate melts with hearty walnuts, creating a classic dessert that connects generations with its simple, irresistible charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup black walnuts (chopped)
Dairy Ingredients:
- 1 stick (113 grams / 4 ounces) butter
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Meld butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and evaporated milk in a seasoned cast iron skillet over medium heat, stirring until ingredients seamlessly integrate.
- Continue heating, constantly agitating the mixture, until it reaches a vigorous, rolling boil that maintains consistent bubbling.
- Maintain the hard boil for precisely 4 minutes, ensuring continuous stirring to prevent scorching and promote even heat distribution.
- Immediately remove skillet from heat source and swiftly incorporate vanilla extract, infusing the mixture with aromatic richness.
- Gently fold black walnuts into the molten fudge, distributing them evenly throughout the silky chocolate base.
- Allow the fudge to gradually cool, periodically stirring to prevent surface hardening and maintain a smooth, glossy texture.
- When the mixture has slightly thickened but remains pourable, transfer it into a generously buttered pan, creating an even layer.
- Permit the fudge to achieve complete room temperature coolness, which typically requires approximately 2-3 hours.
- Slice into uniform squares or desired shapes, creating delectable individual portions ready for enjoyment.
- Store the fudge in an airtight container at room temperature, where it will maintain its rich, decadent quality for several days.
Notes
- Use a heavy-bottomed cast iron skillet for even heat distribution and to prevent burning the fudge mixture.
- Precisely time the 4-minute boiling period to achieve the perfect fudge consistency without overcooking.
- Toast black walnuts lightly before adding to enhance their rich, nutty flavor and create a more complex taste profile.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free and check the vanilla extract’s source.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 214
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg