Marshmallow Creme Fudge Recipe • Longbourn Farm (2024)

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This chocolate fudge recipe is smooth, rich, and perfect for any occasion or party! Easy to make and even better than any you could purchase!

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This is the best Marshmallow Creme Fudge Recipe

This is seriously the best chocolate fudge recipe. Ever. It has been in my family for years and my dad always makes it during the holidays. It isn’t the typical recipe with sweetened condensed milk, it takes slightly more effort but it is seriously worth every minute.

Marshmallow Fluff Fudge Recipe Ingredients

  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Marshmallow cream
  • Butter
  • Sugar
  • Evaporated milk
  • Vanilla

How to make Fudge with Marshmallow Fluff

  1. In a heatproof bowl, combine chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream. Set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, combine evaporated milk and sugar. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Heat to a rolling boil and continue to boil for 6 minutes, stirring continuously.
  4. Pour over chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream. Stir until smooth and no more lumps remain.
  5. Add vanilla and stir until combined.
  6. Pour into a greased or lined 9×13 pan.
  7. Refrigerate overnight, or at least until set.

The recipe happens in three easy steps. The first step is really just dumping the chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream together. I always recommend getting the best quality ingredients you can for making candies, it really matters!

This chocolate fudge recipe says to bring the milk and sugar to a rolling boil, that means the boil doesn’t stop even when the mixture is being stirred.After it’s boiling comes the hardest part of this recipe – waiting and stirring while the sugar and evaporated milk boil! If your stovetop gets super hot and takes a while to cool down when you turn down the heat, I recommend having two burners on, one for getting the mixture boiling and then one on lower heat for continual boiling.

Also…use a bigger pot than I did in the video. Hi. My name is Alli, and I’m a food blogger.

Ahem.

After the mixture is boiled, you simply pour it onto the chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream and stir until it’s smooth.

And again, if you’re a pro like me, you try to remove it from the pan way too soon and create a bunch of crinkles in the top because you want to finish your video and eat some.

Hi. My name is Alli and I’m a food blogger.

So when you do it the right way {like…maybe follow the chocolate fudge recipe} yours will be smooth on top.

Slice and enjoy!! It’s seriously better than anything I’ve eaten from a store. You can add anything you’d like: nuts, peppermint, sprinkles, anything you want! If you’re looking for more fun dessert recipes, check out my Sables Cookies or my Basic Chocolate Cake Recipe!

Marshmallow Cream Fudge Recipe add-Ins

  • Pecans
  • Walnuts
  • Almonds
  • Peanuts
  • Dried cranberries
  • Holiday sprinkles
  • Marshmallows
  • Crushed Oreo cookies
  • Crushed graham crackers
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Caramel

How to store Marshmallow Fluff Fudge

The best way to store marshmallow fluff fudge is in the refrigerator. This will ensure it stays set up and won’t melt. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week.

If you want some great information on freezing fudge, check out this post from my friend Beth: Can you freeze fudge?

Marshmallow Cream Fudge FAQs

Can you use marshmallows instead of marshmallow creme in fudge?

No, you should not substitute marshmallows for marshmallow creme. Marshmallows will give the fudge a different texture and do not have the same ingredients as marshmallow creme or fluff.

Why is my marshmallow fudge grainy?

If your marshmallow fudge is grainy, it is because the sugar didn’t get a chance to dissolve all the way. it is important to follow the boiling steps in the recipe precisely for this reason.

Can you freeze marshmallow fudge?

Yes, you can freeze marshmallow fudge. I recommend wrapping small portions in plastic wrap and then freezing in an airtight container or bag.

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Marshmallow Creme Fudge Recipe

This chocolate fudge recipe is smooth, rich, and perfect for any occasion or party! Easy to make and even better than any you could purchase!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword best chocolate fudge recipe, chocolate fudge recipe

Prep Time 4 minutes minutes

Cook Time 6 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 30 people

Calories 357kcal

Author Alli

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Ingredients

  • 18 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 5 oz marshmallow cream see note
  • 1/2 cup butter 1 stick
  • 4 1/2 cups sugar
  • 12 oz evaporated milk 1 can
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 3 cups nuts chopped (optional, see note)

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Instructions

  • In a heatproof bowl, combine chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream. Set aside.

  • In a large (see note) saucepan, combine evaporated milk and sugar. Stir until well mixed.

  • Heat to a rolling boil (see note) and continue to boil for 6 minutes, stirring continuously.

  • Pour over chocolate chips, butter, and marshmallow cream. Stir until smooth and no more lumps remain.

  • This should be done as quickly as possible to avoid the fudge starting to set.

  • Add vanilla and nuts (if desired) and stir until combined.

  • Pour into a greased or lined 9×13 pan.

  • Refrigerate overnight, or at least until set (about 4 hours).

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Notes

A standard can of marshmallow cream is usually 7 ounces, I don’t worry about measuring it. I get the majority out of the can and leave whatever is left, which is close to 2 ounces.

Nuts are obviously optional and can be replaced with whatever mix-ins you like (chopped peppermint, cherries, etc.)

Use at least a 3-quart saucepan for the evaporated milk and sugar mixture to avoid boiling over.

A rolling boil is when the mixture is boiling and doesn’t stop when stirred (reference video).

Nutrition

Calories: 357kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 42mg | Potassium: 216mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 1.6mg

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Marshmallow Creme Fudge Recipe • Longbourn Farm (2024)

FAQs

Why is my marshmallow fudge dry? ›

Too little time and the water won't evaporate, causing the fudge to be soft. Conversely, cook it too long and fudge won't contain enough water, making it hard with a dry, crumbly texture. Pay attention to the timetable specified in the recipe, and you'll get the hang of it after a batch or two.

What does cream of tartar do in fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

Is marshmallow creme the same as marshmallows? ›

They are not the same. Marshmallow cream is made without gelatin and will not firm up over time. Marshmallows that have been melted down, on the other hand, will firm back up unless you add something to them to help keep them more fluid (like adding butter to make rice krispie treats).

Who makes marshmallow creme? ›

The first two words were dropped soon after the packaging changed to a glass jar in the 1940s. Today, the Durkee-Mower company is one of only three companies in North America to produce marshmallow creme, the other products being Kraft Jet-Puffed Marshmallow Creme and Solo Marshmallow Creme.

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

You have to control two temperatures to make successful fudge: the cooking temperature AND the temperature at which the mixture cools before stirring to make it crystallize. Confectionery experiments have shown that the ideal cooking temperature for fudge is around 114 to 115 °C (237 to 239 °F).

Why is my fudge not creamy? ›

By cooling the fudge prior to agitation (like in the recipes included in this article), on the other hand, you'll get much smaller, finer sugar crystals and a finished fudge with a smooth, creamy texture. Cool the mixture until it reads 120° F on the thermometer—no stirring. This can take 1 to 1/2 hours.

How do you make fudge creamy and not grainy? ›

Once a seed crystal forms, it grows bigger and bigger as the fudge cools. A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals.

Why don't you stir fudge? ›

Never stir the mixture during cooking or sugar could crystallize again. The mixture may seize and become grainy. Use a candy thermometer or conduct a cold water test to check if the fudge is done.

Why do you add vanilla to fudge? ›

Vanilla is often added to chocolate candies or other chocolate recipes because it complements and accents the flavor of chocolate.

Can I use melted marshmallows instead of marshmallow creme? ›

You may also see it as marshmallow Fluff in recipes, but marshmallow Fluff is actually a specific brand of marshmallow creme. If you do not have access to marshmallow creme, you can melt 14 ounces of marshmallows in the microwave and then add the remaining ingredients.

Is jet puffed marshmallow cream the same as marshmallow fluff? ›

Is Fluff the same as Marshmallow Creme? Generically, they are the same, but Fluff is made by a costly, batch-whipping process. Creme is whipped in a continuous mixing process.

What do the English call marshmallows? ›

Originally Answered: What do they call marshmallows in England? Most people call them - correctly - marshmallows. But there are a lot of people who say 'marshmellows'.

Does Aldi have marshmallow creme? ›

Whether that's on toast, pancakes or waffles. Sounds delicious, right? Better yet, we've just discovered that Aldi is selling jars and jars of the stuff in not one, not two, but three flavours. Brand-new to Aldi, you can now buy Marshmallow Fluff in a strawberry flavour, caramel flavour and classic flavour.

What are the ingredients in Jet Puffed marshmallow creme? ›

CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, WATER, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF DRIED EGG WHITES, CREAM OF TARTAR, XANTHAN GUM, ARTIFICIAL AND NATURAL FLAVOR.

Is Marshmallow Fluff discontinued? ›

Marshmallow Fluff is still produced by the same batch process and celebrating their 100th birthday this month - it's the only marshmallow creme made in this manner.

How do you moisten dry fudge? ›

You have one option to make it soft, which is you have to put the fudge pieces in a plastic bag along with the paper towel or a bread slice. Secure the bag and leave it overnight, next day you will get a softened fudge.

How do you make fudge less dry? ›

Fudge might be able to be reconstituted, if you put it in a food processor or grinder, then add to liquid (water or maybe milk) and heat slowly. If it all melts, then you can pour it into a pan and let it set, and cut as you like. Brownies, on the other hand, wouldn't be salvageable that way.

Why is my marshmallow fudge not setting? ›

Why has my Fudge not set? The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft.

Can you fix fudge that didn't harden? ›

OPTION 2) Freeze it overnight. Cut it into squares. Cover each square thickly in melted chocolate, ensuring no part of the fudge is exposed. Cross your fingers and hope that the chocolate sets firmly before the fudge starts to thaw, and later impress your friends as you present them with your soft-centred chocolates.

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