Description
Creamy butter pecan fudge delivers Southern sweetness with rich caramel notes and nutty undertones. Maple-infused chocolate melts smoothly, creating a luxurious dessert that will satisfy sweet cravings completely.
Ingredients
- 2 bags white chocolate chips (12 oz / 340 g)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz / 397 g)
- 5 tbsps butter (for browning and toasting pecans)
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- 2 tsps ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Butter Preparation: Develop a golden-hued brown butter by heating in a saucepan until it reaches an amber liquid with a nutty essence. Allow complete cooling before proceeding.
- Pecan Roasting: Toast pecans in a skillet with melted butter, then spread across a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast in a 350°F oven until pecans achieve a deep, rich color and release a robust aroma, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Chocolate Melting: Combine white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and cooled brown butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Melt over low heat, stirring consistently until the mixture transforms into a smooth, glossy liquid without any lumps.
- Flavor Infusion: Incorporate vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and sea salt into the molten chocolate blend. Gently fold roasted pecans throughout the mixture, ensuring uniform distribution and complete integration of flavors.
- Setting Process: Transfer the fudge mixture into a parchment-lined 8×8 inch baking dish. Smooth the surface using an additional parchment sheet, pressing gently to create an even layer. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours until completely firm and set.
- Serving Preparation: Extract the solidified fudge from the dish and slice into refined, bite-sized squares. For optimal texture, allow pieces to rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before indulging.
Notes
Enhance Butter Browning: Control heat meticulously when browning butter to prevent burning, watching for golden amber color and nutty aroma without scorching.
Toasting Pecans Perfectly: Stir nuts continuously during roasting to ensure even browning and prevent bitter burned spots, removing from oven the moment they release a rich, warm fragrance.
Smooth Fudge Technique: Maintain low, steady heat when melting chocolate and condensed milk to prevent separation, stirring consistently for silky-smooth texture without grainy consistency.
Dietary Adaptation Options: Swap white chocolate for dairy-free alternatives like coconut milk chips, use maple syrup instead of condensed milk, and select gluten-free vanilla extract for vegan and allergy-friendly modifications.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 17
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg