Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Mackinac Island Fudge with this classic recipe. This traditional Michigan treat is a delightful blend of sweet chocolate and crunchy walnuts, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings.
Ingredients
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For the Fudge:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Cook the Fudge: In a saucepan, combine sugars, milk, butter, corn syrup, and salt. Cook to 238°F, then remove from heat. Add vanilla and chocolates. Beat until thickened, then fold in walnuts.
- Set the Fudge: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and cool at room temperature for 2–3 hours before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Experiment with different mix-ins like peanut butter chips or dried cherries for unique flavors.
- Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
