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A plate of homemade butter pecan fudge that's sweet, buttery & perfect for the holidays.
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Butter Pecan Fudge

This butter pecan fudge is extra creamy with a deliciously sweet, buttery flavor. Toasted pecans give it a nutty flavor and add tons of texture. It only takes 15 minutes to make, and it makes a great gift too!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Butter Pecan Fudge, Fudge
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Setting 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 50 pieces

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup whipping cream 33-35% MF
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifted

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. 
  • Sprinkle the pecans on a cookie sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 5-10 minutes. When they're done, you will be able to smell a delicious nutty aroma.
  • Line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment, or line with aluminum foil and grease with butter. 
  • Add the butter, brown sugar, white sugar and whipping cream to a medium saucepan. If using a candy thermometer, clip it to the side of the bowl.
  • Melt the ingredients together over medium-low heat. 
  • Once the butter is melted, bring the mixture to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes without stirring, or until the candy thermometer reads 235F degrees.
  • Remove from the heat and cool for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the salt and vanilla extract.
  • Stir in the sifted powdered sugar, then fold in the toasted pecans.
  • Spoon the batter into the lined pan and let set for 2 hours. 
  • Cut into small squares with a sharp knife. 

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature. To freeze fudge, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge.