Browned Butter Fudge Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate treat with this Browned Butter Fudge Recipe, where rich, nutty browned butter transforms classic fudge into a decadent, melt-in-your-mouth delight. Perfect for gifting or satisfying your sweet tooth, each bite is creamy, buttery, and irresistibly chocolatey.
Ingredients
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter
3 cups sugar
2/3 cup evaporated milk
2 cups white chocolate chips
1 (7 oz.) jar marshmallow fluff
1 tsp. vanilla
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang for easy removal.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the butter turns a rich golden brown and develops a nutty, toasty aroma. Watch carefully—it can go from perfect to burnt quickly!
- Reduce the heat to medium, then stir in the sugar and evaporated milk.
- Bring the mixture to a boil. Cook until it reaches 234°F–238°F on a candy thermometer (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in the white chocolate chips until mostly combined.
- Fold in the marshmallow fluff and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the fudge into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Let it cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Lift out using the parchment overhang, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before the fudge sets.
- Make sure your butter is fully browned before adding the sugar—it’s the key to that rich, nutty flavor.
