It’s better to chill the fudge for 3 hours if you have the time. If you plan to add nuts, sprinkle over the top and gently press them into the fudge.
IngredientsĪll of these ingredients are easy to find, including the secret ingredient. Back when my kids were much younger, it was truly a family favorite. If you follow the directions, it comes out good every time.ĭon’t let the main ingredient deter you from at least trying this delicious recipe. I would resist the urge to say you’ve made cheese fudge.Īnother thing I like about this fudge is that you don’t need a candy thermometer. If you don’t want to give away your homemade fudge recipe, simply say that it has a secret ingredient that you can’t divulge. All fudge is good, but this one has an edge, simply because of the unexpected ingredient.Īfter all, how can you get such a delicious candy from a block of cheese food? I’m a believer that this key ingredient is what adds the velvety texture to this delicious candy. You can also use vanilla bean paste if you don’t want to scrape vanilla beans (because when you have long fingernails like me, it’s a little tricky sometimes).I was first introduced to this as “impossible fudge.” I’m not sure how it got that name or even who named it, but I do get it. I usually go for the Madagascar Bourbon, but you can choose any bean you want based on the descriptions. Since buying vanilla beans in stores is expensive (and sometimes not very fresh), I buy them online at Beanilla. You do need to make sure you boil the sugar mixture for the full 5 minutes to ensure it’ll set up properly as it cools.įor best results, let the fudge sit at least 4 hours or overnight before cutting. The best part about making this fudge is you don’t need a candy thermometer. Its slightly tinted brown hue lets you know that it’s made with real vanilla and vanilla beans. It’s almost like the snow is melting (because right now I’m watching the snow fall outside). The first thing you’ll notice after taking a bite is how it’s very creamy with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. If you have anybody on your shopping list with a big sweet tooth, give them a box of Vanilla Fudge. Maybe because that’s what my mom usually wanted when she didn’t have anything on her wish list. I know this recipe can be made all year round, but I always think of fudge the most around Christmas. Not only does homemade extract make a great Christmas gift, so does a box of this vanilla bean fudge. Then I got the idea to make this Vanilla Fudge, especially since yesterday I talked about making homemade vanilla extract.
I started with my Baked Vanilla Bean Doughnuts, which were a huge hit (both online and in person). Why are companies making vanilla seem so tasteless? Now I want to “vanilla bean all the things.” I still remember the first time I made vanilla bean ice cream – I couldn’t believe that’s how good vanilla tasted! I’m talking about REAL vanilla made from vanilla beans. I’m not talking about those bright white soft serve ice cream cones you got from the ice cream stand growing up where almost nobody on your softball team ordered vanilla. I think vanilla is becoming my new favorite flavor. Who knew that vanilla could taste this good? This melt-in-your-mouth easy vanilla fudge recipe made with vanilla beans will quickly become your new favorite fudge flavor.