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Fantasy Fudge Recipe

This classic marshmallow cream fudge is just so tasty, so fun, and so easy. It's the perfect Christmas fudge recipe, and it makes a really fun gift too.
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Prep Time10 minutes
Setting Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 pieces
Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

  • Kitchen Scale (optional)
  • 8x8-inch Baking Pan OR
  • Mini Muffin Tin
  • candy thermometer

Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup evaporated milk 151 grams
  • 3 cups granulated sugar 600 grams
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter 170 grams (1½ sticks)
  • 7 ounces Marshmallow cream 198 grams (1 jar), Kraft Jet-Puffed recommended
  • 10 ounces milk chocolate chips 283 grams (1 package), Ghirardelli recommended
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 grams
  • ¼ cup whole cashews 28 grams, optional

Instructions

  • Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper, then spray the liner... or line a mini muffin tin with paper liners. Set aside.
  • Combine the evaporated milk, sugar, and butter in a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil and boil, stirring constantly, until the temperature reaches 234°F on a candy thermometer (approx. 4-5 minutes at a rolling boil).
    ⅔ cup evaporated milk, 3 cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup unsalted butter
    milk, butter, and sugar in a saucepan with a rubber spatula.
  • After the sugar mixture reaches 234°F, immediately remove it from the heat.
    boiled sweetened evaporated milk in a saucepan with a rubber spatula.
  • Add the marshmallow cream, vanilla, and chocolate chips.
    7 ounces Marshmallow cream, 10 ounces milk chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    chocolate fudge in a saucepan.
  • Pour the fudge into the prepared pan(s), top with cashews (if desired), and let set for at least 3 hours.
    ¼ cup whole cashews
    fudge in a muffin tin with cashews on top.
  • Remove from the pan (or muffin tin) and cut into pieces.

Video

Notes

  • You'll notice in my photos that the marshmallow cream doesn't look fully incorporated... that's because it isn't! For that real wow factor, I swirled it in gently to create a marbled effect.
Storage: Store fantasy fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, in the refrigerator for up to 1 month, or in the freezer for up to 4 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 194IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg