Description
Paula Deen’s 5-Minute Chocolate Pecan Fudge is a rich and creamy treat that comes together quickly. Loaded with chocolate and pecans, it’s a perfect holiday dessert that everyone loves.
Ingredients
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- ⅔ cup evaporated milk
- 1⅞ cups granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups mini marshmallows
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- Pecan halves, for topping (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper or foil, leaving overhang for easy lifting (3 minutes).
- In a medium saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, and salt. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly (3–4 minutes).
- Once boiling, continue cooking while stirring so it doesn’t scorch (4–5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in the mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract until completely melted and smooth (2 minutes).
- Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed (1 minute).
- Pour the fudge into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula (2 minutes).
- Gently press pecan halves into the surface for a bakery-style finish (2 minutes).
- Let cool at room temperature or refrigerate until fully set (about 2 hours).
- Lift out, slice into squares, and enjoy every rich bite (3 minutes).
Notes
- For best results, ensure the chocolate is fully melted before pouring into the pan.
- This fudge can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Feel free to customize with different nuts or candy mix-ins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg