Enjoy homemade Butter Pecan Fudge with toasted pecans. Also, it is smooth and sweet. While being indulgent, it stays easy to make.
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ⅔ cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Grease an 8×8 inch pan and set aside. Meanwhile, toast pecans lightly for extra flavor.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and evaporated milk. Then, bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Boil for 5 minutes, stirring continuously. Next, remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt.
- Fold in toasted pecans. Then, pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
- Let cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours. Finally, cut into squares and serve.
Tips for Perfect Butter Pecan Fudge
- Stir constantly while boiling, so sugar doesn’t burn.
- Also, use a candy thermometer to reach 234–240°F for the perfect soft-ball stage.
- Let fudge cool completely before cutting, because it firms up as it sets.
- Store in an airtight container, while keeping it soft and chewy.
Variations
- Chocolate Butter Pecan Fudge: Add ½ cup chocolate chips, so flavor is richer.
- Maple Pecan Fudge: Substitute ¼ cup maple syrup for part of the sugar, while keeping it sweet.
- Salted Pecan Fudge: Sprinkle coarse sea salt on top, so flavors balance perfectly.
- Nut-Free Version: Omit pecans and use roasted sunflower seeds, but keep same technique.
Health & Enjoyment Benefits
- Pecans provide healthy fats and antioxidants, so they support heart health.
- Homemade fudge avoids preservatives, while giving complete control over sweetness.
- Small portions make it a satisfying indulgence, also perfect for gifting.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, approx. 1 square)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Protein: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
Kid-Friendly Version
- Chop pecans finely, so kids can enjoy without difficulty.
- Slightly reduce salt, while keeping flavor rich.
- Cut into smaller squares, because kids prefer bite-size treats.
- Serve with fruit slices, so kids enjoy a balanced snack.
