Fudge of the Irish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Grease an 8-inch square baking pan; line with 2 pieces parchment paper about 14 inches long, allow ends of paper to hang over two opposite sides of the pan by several inches.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Combine brown sugar, white sugar, unsalted butter, evaporated milk, and salt in a heavy saucepan over medium heat until forms a thick, smooth syrup; attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan without touching the bottom of the pan and bring to a boil.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until center of mixture reaches 238 degrees F (112 degrees C), 20 to 30 minutes, stirring often. The temperature will rise slowly at first, then more quickly as it increases; watch mixture carefully.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Off heat, stir in Irish cream liqueur and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Transfer mixture to the bowl of a large stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; beat in confectioners' sugar, in 3 additions, on low speed, blending completely before adding the next addition. Frequently scrape the sides of the bowl; beat until fudge is completely smooth, about 2 minutes.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Transfer fudge to the prepared baking pan; place on a level surface to cool and set up, 3 to 5 hours.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Lift fudge out of the baking pan using the parchment paper ends as handles before slicing into cubes.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (32 servings total)