Recipe: Fudge recipes using canned frosting - Quick and Easy Rocky Road Fudge, Peppermint Swirl Fudge, Funfetti Fudge, Toffee Butterscotch Fudge, Peanut-Chocolate Fudge, Favorite Cookies 'n Cream Fudge (2024)

Dawn, I have never made these recipes, I found them in my collection of Pillsbury Classic Cookbooks (the ones you can buy at the checkstand at the grocery or subscribe to). I had fun going thru them getting ideas for holiday gifts for the neighbors. Hope one or more of these help.

Quick and Easy Rocky Road Fudge

12 oz. (2 cups) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 can Pillsbury Chocolate Fudge Creamy Supreme Frosting
1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
3/4 cup chopped mixed nuts

Line 8-inch square pan with foil, extending foil over edges; lightly butter foil. Melt chips in large saucepan over very low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in frosting. Add marshmallows and mixed nuts; mix until well coated. Spread in buttered foil-lined pan. Chill until firm, about 1 hour. Remove fudge from pan by lifting foil remove foil from fudge. Cut into squares. Makes 36 candies.

Microwave directions: Prepare pan as directed above. In large microwave-safe bowl, microwave chips on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes; stir until smooth. Continue as directed above.

Peppermint Swirl Fudge

12 oz. 2 cups vanilla milk chips
1 can Pillsbury Vanilla Creamy Supreme Frosting 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
4 drops red food coloring
2 Tablespoons peppermint candies, crushed

Line 8-inch square pan with foil, extending foil over edges; lightly butter foil. Melt chips in large saucepan over very low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in frosting and peppermint extract. Spread in buttered foil-lined pan. Drop food color over fudge. Pull knife through mixture to marble. Sprinkle with crushed candy; press slightly. Chill until firm, about 1 hour. Remove fudge from pan by lifting foil remove foil from fudge. Cut into squares. Makes 36 candies.

Microwave directions: Prepare pan as directed above. In large microwave-safe bowl, microwave chips on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes; stir until smooth. Continue as directed above.

Funfetti Fudge

12 oz. (2 cups) vanilla milk chips
1 can Pillsbury Pink Vanilla Funfetti Creamy Supreme Frosting
1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows

Line 8-inch square pan with foil, extending foil over edges; lightly butter foil. Melt chips in large saucepan over very low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in frosting. Add marshmallows; mix until well coated. Spread in buttered foil-lined pan. Sprinkle with colored sprinkles; press in slightly. Chill until firm, about 1 hour. Remove fudge from pan by lifig foil remove foil from fudge. Cut into squares. Makes 36 candies.

Microwave directions: Prepare pan as directed above. In large microwave-safe bowl, microwave chips on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes; stir until smooth. Continue as directed above.

Toffee Butterscotch Fudge

12 oz. (2 cups) butterscotch chips
1 can Pillsbury Caramel Pecan Creamy Supreme Frosting
1/2 cup chopped peanuts
1/2 cup almond brickle baking chips

Line 8-inch square pan with foil, extending foil over edges; lightly butter foil. Melt chips in large saucepan over very low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in frosting. Add peanuts and almond brickle baking chips; mix until well coated. Chill until firm, about 1 hour. Remove fudge from pan by lifting foil remove foil from fudge. Cut into squares. Makes 36 candies.

Microwave directions: Prepare pan as directed above. In large microwave-safe bowl, microwave chips on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes; stir until smooth. Continue as directed above.

Peanut-Chocolate Fudge

12 oz. (2 cups) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 can Pillsbury Milk Chocolate Creamy Supreme Frosting
1 cup peanut butter chips
1/2 cup chopped peanuts

Line 8-inch square pan with foil, extending foil over edges; lightly butter foil. Melt chips in large saucepan over very low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in frosting.
Add peanut butter chips and peanuts; mix until well coated. Chill until firm, about 1 hour. Remove fudge from pan by lifting foil remove foil from fudge. Cut into squares. Makes 36 candies.

Microwave directions: Prepare pan as directed above. In large microwave-safe bowl, microwave chips on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes; stir until smooth. Continue as directed above.

Favorite Cookies 'n Cream Fudge

12 oz. (2 cups) vanilla milk chips
1 can Pillsbury OREO Creamy Supreme Frosting
10 Oreos, cut into quarters
3 Oreos, crushed

Line 8-inch square pan with foil, extending foil over edges; lightly butter foil. Melt chips in large saucepan over very low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in frosting. Add 10 quartered Oreos; mix until well coated. Quickly spread in buttered foil-lined pan. Sprinkle with crushed Oreos; press in slightly. Chill until firm, about 1 hour. Remove fudge from pan by lifting foil remove foil from fudge. Cut into squares. Makes 36 candies.

Microwave directions: Prepare pan as directed above. In large microwave-safe bowl, microwave chips on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes; stir until smooth. Continue as directed above.

Recipe: Fudge recipes using canned frosting - Quick and Easy Rocky Road Fudge, Peppermint Swirl Fudge, Funfetti Fudge, Toffee Butterscotch Fudge, Peanut-Chocolate Fudge, Favorite Cookies 'n Cream Fudge (2024)

FAQs

Why didn't my fudge get hard? ›

The amount of time you cook fudge directly affects its firmness. Too little time and the water won't evaporate, causing the fudge to be soft.

Why don't you stir fudge? ›

Avoid crystallization

During cooking, sugar crystals can stick to the sides of the pan. If you stir the mixture, these crystals could fall in and crystallize a part of the sugar again.

Should you stir fudge while it's boiling? ›

You should mix the cream, butter, and sugar when making your fudge, but put down the spoon once it has reached its boiling point. Stirring while your sugar mixture is boiling will only form sugar crystals and make your fudge crunchy rather than silky smooth.

How do you thicken fudge that won't set? ›

OPTION 3) Sieve together some powdered sugar and cocoa powder, and gradually work this into your unset fudge until it reaches the consistency of dough, then roll out and cut into squares, or shape into balls and then roll in powdered sugar (roll the balls in icing sugar, not yourself).

What is the secret to smooth fudge that is not gritty? ›

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.

What makes fudge firmer? ›

Too cooked

This fudge was cooked to a temperature of 118 °C (244 °F). At this temperature, the sugar is too concentrated and there is not enough water left to form syrup around sugar crystals. The result is hard and brittle fudge.

What not to do when making fudge? ›

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Candy Shop-Worthy Fudge and Caramels
  1. Using the Wrong Pan. All candy and confections start by melting sugar. ...
  2. Stirring the Sugar. ...
  3. Not Using a Candy Thermometer. ...
  4. Leaving Out the Parchment Paper Lining. ...
  5. Skipping the Cooking Spray. ...
  6. Scraping the Pot. ...
  7. Using a Cold Knife to Slice.
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Why do you add cream of tartar to 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!

What is wrong with my fudge? ›

If your fudge is tough, hard, or grainy, then you may have made one of several mistakes: You may have overcooked it, beaten it too long, or neglected to cool it to the proper temperature.

Why did my fudge turn out like taffy? ›

If the fudge is very soft and slightly chewy then it is possible that it did not quite cook to soft ball stage and next time the mixture should be cooked to a slightly higher temperature (soft ball is 112-116c/235-240F and a sugar or candy thermometer can help).

Can I reboil fudge that didn't set? ›

How can you fix soft fudge? Put it in a microwave safe bowl that is large enough that it won't boil over. Reheat it to the boiling point and cook for about 3 more minutes. Then you can beat some powdered sugar into it if this doesn't make it set.

When to stop beating fudge? ›

Beat the mixture until it just loses it's shine and becomes very thick (this should take about 5-10 minutes). The longer you beat once it starts to thicken then the more crumbly the final fudge will be. If you like it smooth - beat it only until comes away from the sides of the pan and sticks well to the spoon.

Why does my fudge crumble when I cut it? ›

The ingredients for fudge are combined and cooked to 234 degrees, cooled to 110 degrees without stirring, then beaten until creamy. Candy that isn't cooked long enough will end up too soft; overcooking makes fudge crumbly or hard.

What to do with failed fudge? ›

My advice to you is to just pour it in a jar, call it something else delicious, and pretend you meant for it to be that way. The nice thing about my “failed” fudge is that it tastes absolutely delicious! A spoonful of the delectable treat will make you want for more.

Why is my old fashioned fudge not hardening? ›

The most common culprit behind unset fudge is inaccurate temperature control. If the sugar mixture hasn't reached the correct temperature, your fudge won't set. Ensure you use a reliable candy thermometer and follow temperature guidelines meticulously to achieve the desired consistency.

How do you fix fudge that is too soft? ›

How do you fix fudge that is too soft? Bring the fudge back to a boil with 1–2 US tbsp (15–30 ml) of cream. If your fudge is soft or runny, it probably didn't come up to a high enough temperature while it was cooking. Put it back into the saucepan and add 1–2 US tbsp (15–30 ml) of 35% fat whipping cream.

How long does it take for fudge to fully harden? ›

Proper fudge will set after sitting at room temperature for about 4 hours. Understand that cooking the fudge properly is the skirmish before the war. The real test of your mettle will occur when you beat the fudge, and learn to master the fine art of turning and pouring. And if it doesn't work out it's okay!

What gives fudge its firm texture? ›

The key to creamy, luscious fudge is controlling crystal formation. If the sucrose (table sugar) crystals are small, the fudge will feel creamy and smooth on your tongue. But if the crystals are large, the fudge develops a crumbly, dry, or even coarse texture.

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