Maple Fudge Recipe

Maple Fudge (Creamy, Old-Fashioned)

Makes: 25–36 small squares
Time: 30 minutes + cooling

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prep the pan
    Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Boil the maple syrup
    In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, bring maple syrup to a boil. Heat to 236°F (113°C) on a candy thermometer.
  3. Add butter & cream
    Remove from heat. Add butter, cream, and salt. Do not stir yet.
    Return to medium heat and bring back to 236°F again.
  4. Beat to thicken
    Remove from heat and cool to about 125°F.
    Add vanilla, then beat with a wooden spoon or mixer until the mixture lightens and thickens.
  5. Pour & set
    Spread into the prepared dish. Cool completely, then cut into squares.

Tips

  • Dark maple syrup produces deeper flavor.
  • Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
 
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