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Old Fashioned Maple Walnut Fudge

A stack of rich, dark chocolate Maple walnut fudge squares studded with visible walnut pieces, served on a white plate.
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Make creamy, rich maple walnut fudge using this straightforward recipe. This old fashioned candy tastes like home and is perfect for homemade gifts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, granulated sugar, butter, maple syrup, and salt.
  3. Stir the mixture constantly until the butter melts and the chocolate is completely smooth. Do not let the mixture boil rapidly.
  4. Continue stirring and cook until the mixture reaches 234 degrees Fahrenheit on a candy thermometer (soft-ball stage). This usually takes about 8 to 10 minutes after the mixture starts bubbling.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately. Stir in the vanilla extract and the chopped walnuts.
  6. Quickly pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan. Spread it evenly with a spatula.
  7. Let the fudge cool completely and set at room temperature for at least 4 hours, or chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour for faster setting.
  8. Once firm, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge from the pan. Cut into small squares.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, use high-quality maple syrup.
  • If you do not have a candy thermometer, the fudge is ready when a small drop placed in cold water forms a soft ball that flattens slightly when pressed.
  • Wrap individual pieces tightly in plastic wrap before storing them in an airtight container.

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