Maple Fudge Recipe

Smooth, full of flavor and a perfect treat, this Maple Fudge Recipe is a holiday hit! Easy ingredients and perfect for all the maple lovers.

I’m a fudge lover by heart. That is one thing that either I make or request every holiday season.

Whether it be just plain fudge or a different flavored one like this delicious Maple Fudge Recipe.

I love maple as well, so this is one that I hate to admit, that I would sit and eat the whole pan of by myself – it’s just that good.

Add chopped nuts to the top and you have a nice contrast from the smoothness with some added crunch.

If you are a holiday dessert lover and want to find something super different but absolutely amazing, then you need to make this Maple Fudge Recipe.

Some of my other favorite holiday desserts we have on our site include: Sweet Holiday Chex Mix, Rum Balls and Marshmallow Popcorn Balls.

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:

• With easy to find ingredients this recipe is perfect.
• You can double this recipe to serve more people.
• The addition of the chopped nuts gives it a really nice texture and flavor contrast.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED (FULL RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST):

Pure maple syrup
Heavy whipping cream
Unsalted butter
Vanilla extract
Salt
Pecans or walnuts, optional

HOW TO MAKE A MAPLE FUDGE RECIPE, STEP BY STEP:

1. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and grease lightly, set aside.
2. Add pure maple syrup to a medium saucepan, heat to a boil.
3. Whisk in heavy whipping cream and attach a candy thermometer.
4. Heat over medium heat, whisking often, until thermometer reads 234-236 degrees F, about 17-18 minutes.
5. Immediately remove from heat and whisk in butter and salt, then let sit and cool for about 10 minutes or until under 200 degrees F and resembles a thick caramel sauce.
6. Whisk vigorously until thickened and creamy in appearance, and no longer like caramel sauce, about 5 minutes.
7. Pour into prepared pan, smooth with spatula.
8. Top with optional chopped pecans or walnuts.
9. Allow to cool to room temperature, about 1.5-2 hours, or cover and refrigerate for an hour.
10. Remove from pan using parchment paper, then cut into bite-sized squares and serve or package for gifting.

WHAT IS THE BEST TYPE OF MAPLE SYRUP TO USE?

For this recipe you will want to use PURE maple syrup, you will not get the same flavor or results using a non-pure syrup.

You can use any brand that you like, we used Great Value for this recipe – so it does not have to be the top brand either.

HOW LONG DO I NEED TO COO/CHILL THIS BEFORE CUTTING?

With fudge, the hardest part is waiting for the mixture to set up so you can devour it.

For this Maple Fudge Recipe you are going to want to let it cool to room temperature for at least 1 1/2-2 hours then chill it for 1 hour.

I know it seems like a lot, but its fudge and it is absolutely worth it in the end.

CAN I TOP THIS WITH SOMETHING OTHER THAN CHOPPED NUTS?

Yes! Another thing that we like to top it with is flaked sea salt, the sweet and salty go together super well.

Some other ideas you could do include: toffee bits, chopped bacon, mini chocolate chips, etc.

HOW MUCH DOES THIS MAKE?

Depending on how large you cut your pieces, we came out with roughly 30 pieces when cut into 5 across and 6 squares down.

This will depend on how large you are wanting to cut your pieces. You can make them larger or smaller depending on your preference.

HOW TO STORE:

This can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature where it will keep for up to one week.

You can also store this in the refrigerator in an airtight container where it will keep for up to 4 weeks.

Freezing is also an options, place in a freezer safe container and it will keep in the freezer for up to 3-4 months.

To defrost, remove to the refrigerator overnight until thawed then place on the countertop to come to room temperature.

TIPS AND TRICKS:

• Make sure you are using pure maple syrup and you do not have to use the highest quality.
• Other toppings can be added, see above on how to do that.
• This can be frozen, see how to do that above.
• Easily double this batch to make more of save for later.
• Make sure you are using a candy thermometer to keep an eye on the temperature.
• This needs to cool to room temperature for 1 1/2-2 hours then be chilled for 1 hour before serving.
• You can cut the piece as large or as small as you’d like.
• If you want to trim the edges you can but you will end up with less servings.

When it comes to holiday recipes, you can never go wrong with a good fudge. So you absolutely need to make a batch of this Maple Fudge Recipe.

If you like this recipe you might also like:

• Homemade Fudge
• Pecan Pralines
• Homemade Caramels
• Potato Candy

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