Wow, this is the 1st time I have seen it made where you cook down the marshmallow cream instead of taking it off the stove and adding it along with the chocolate. Makes it so much easier. Thanks for that great tip. Much appreciated.
I made this fudge years and years ago and my favorite uncle gave me the nicest compliment, he said it was "the best!". I'm going to make it again this year and share some of it with my neighbors! It really is THE BEST!
That was a nice video. I have never seen the Marshmellow Cream added to the sugar and butter, but it looks like it works. Thank you, Stephanie, for posting your version of Fantasy Fudge, Mine is not setting up well today.
Wow so many people complaining. If you don't like it don't make it.Stop insulting Stephanie fudge is supposed to be sweet and Rich ! Yes add the sugar .Stephanie your amazing thank you so much .
We're not insulting, but making comments on what we think are ways to improve it. Sweet and rich is one thing, but it can be done to excess. Two cups is excessive. Maybe you don't care about your health or how big your butt is, but I don't like being fat and unhealthy.
My mom used to make old-fashioned fudge that looked slick as glass on the top and had a crunchy sugary texture. It was the best fudge ever! I've never been able to get her recipe to set. I miss her fudge, and her, so much!
@@sunshinegirl1967 I will! Same. Let me know too if you figure it out. I thought my thermometer was bad so just bought a new one. My mom always did the cold water test, but that hasn’t worked for me.
You always makes everything so easy. I love how the fudge just came right out. Watching you make your desserts has made me take up baking. Everything always comes out great. Thanks. Merry Christmas.
Great job.I found that if I dip the spatula in warm water before I put it into the marshmallow cream, the cream will not stick to it. Dip the spatula each time before dipping it into the marshmallow jar.
I wanted a recipe with marshmallow and this other fella I watched made the process seem kinda complicated, but yours looks so easy to follow! Thank you!
This is how my mother always made fudge, back in the '60s and 70's. Christmas always brought this fudge, divinity, and pecan sandy cookies/snowballs... I have her Joy of Cooking book in my kitchen now :)
For the last 5 years I've been making this Instead of my grandmother's Mamie Eisenhower's fudge. It always gets compliments and it's easy to make. Will keep this on my Christmas menu and pass it to my granddaughter to add to her new bakery business. Thank you! 🎄
Thank you Stephanie! I found a Pillsbury cookbook for the holidays years ago that had this exact fudge recipe but have since lost it. So from my heart to yours, thank you!!!!
I appreciate you so Stephanie. My mom always made the best fudge and have not been able to make it like hers. Now I think I can. Thanks so much for your videos and your hard work.
I'm going to make this in about 10 minutes lol I live how you detail your ingredients I really appreciate that and roasting the walnuts/pecans is a great idea Thank you Stephanie. It looks amazing.
I have a hankering for fudge tonight, and I wanted to use up a can of sweetened condensed milk. Luckily, I also have evaporated milk, and the chocolate and nuts. But I don't have the marshmallow creme. I DO have a bag of fresh small marshmallows, and I will try melting those into the mixture. Thanks!
Hi Stephanie, can you use mini marshmallows, instead of the cream, for this recipe, and if so, what measurement? In the Caribbean the marshmallows are more readily available.
Hi stef.. look so yummy.. can i substitute to ordinary mashmallow, couldnt find mashmallow cream in my area... or would change the texture if using ordinary one.?
What about the soft ball stage? you gave me an idea on my fudge I make using 4 c sugar and 2 packages of Toll House semi-sweet chocolate chips. I think next time I'll add the marshallows ( use the mini) in the pot at the 5 minute mark and keep the heat on as I dissolve the marshmallows. Then I'll add the chocolate and vanilla after I have turned off the heat. Also cream of tartar is a good idea to keep down grainy fudge. About 3 tsp per 5 cups of sugar and it helps to prevent the re-crystallization of the sugar in the fudge. I do cool down but in a per-warmed oven ((about 150 - 200F) This also keeps the fudge from cooling too quickly and causing large crystals.
hi stephanie, what if there's no marshmallow cream thing? I just couldn't find it here in the Philippines.. Is there any substitute? Thanks.. im a big fan of yours
I LOVE this recipe! Its so easy and versatile, and best of all .. yummy! Also, on a side note, everytime i watch this video it cracks me up when you say "medium to low sweet" 🤣❤ i was feeling down while watching this time and that cheered me right up. Thank you so much 😊😊
👍 Very nice, thank you. It would have been so nice to have to recipe in the description area or added on top of the video so we don't always have to click away from YT to go to your website. 🤗
Hi Stephanie, I have a question - why is it that you recommend boiling the sugar mixture to 110 degrees (thread stage) instead of 112 degrees (soft ball stage)? Wouldn't that result in the fudge being undercooked and not setting properly? Thank you so much for this wonderful recipe, I just can't wait to try it out!
I'll try to make it with regular marshmallow candy but is it ok to cut back the sugar? Or if it's not ok I'll use the same amount of sugar but use unsweetened chocolate bar? What do you think Stephanie? Btw merry Christmas to u and Rick, and Bexter of course!!! Haven't seen him for long time!
I did it, first time ever making candy 😀 taste good, but as I added in the chocolate and nuts it got so thick but it came out ok, not like yours. What could I have done wrong. Thank you, you are my go to for cooking. Best teacher, that’s who you are
Hi Stephanie. I love your videos, you are a very good teacher and even a better cook. I have a question for you, I'm from Argentina, and where I live we don't use Marshmallow Cream (actually is a product that I've never seen before), Could I use Marshmallow Cream home made? Thanks :)
I'm sorry, but I've never tried making the fudge with homemade marshmallow cream so I really don't know how it would be. But you could make the Simple Chocolate Fudge instead. The flavor and texture is quite similar, only it uses sweetened condensed milk instead of marshmallow cream.
Stephanie, i love your site and usually your recipes work very well. I tried out this recipe yesterday, but the fudge didn't harden even after 8 hours. What coud be the cause for that?
you r amazing iam from middle east. i make ur recipies more and more all my family like it but ihave not cream marshmellow do i can use marshmellow ?plz answer me .thanks
I can't get marshmallow cream where I live. Intend to go with your homemade marshmallow recipe. Do I need the full recipe or a portion of which? If the latter how much do I reduce? Thanks in advance! Love all your recipes! Keep it coming! :)
added chocolated chips along with the evaporated milk and sugar together instead of boiling it first n then addin chocolate chips. My mixture was too liquid and is not hardening now. Its already been 5-6hrs in refrigerator. what do i do now to get to hard???
Joy I live in INdia we do not get this marshmellow cream and no way this thermometer to check, can you give some suggestions how to turn out this delicious fudge that you turned out, your recipes are awesome
Hello India from Texas. You can use 7 ounces of marshmallows instead of 7 ounces marshmallow creme. Instead of using a thermometer, bring mixture of butter, evaporated milk and sugar to a roiling boil and stir continuously at high heat for 4 more minutes. No longer. Remove from heat and immediately add the marshmallows, chocolate and vanilla extract. ALL WHILE STIRRING CONTINUOUSLY. When well mixed pour into the foil-lined pan immediately and spread the hot candy evenly. This is the method my mother always used and the 4 minutes of stirring after coming to a roiling boil always makes perfect candy. Cook too long and the candy will be hard and dry. Cook not long enough and the candy will be soft and sticky and gooey. The perfect heat was after 4 minutes for us but practice will make perfect. Watch the time closest and keep detailed records of each batch you make. This is more of an art than following a recipe perfectly. Somewhere between 3 1/2 and 4 1/2 minutes of roiling boil is your perfect candy. I hope this explanation helps you.
@@aleanufopilotftlcertified5663 From one Texan to another, Thank You! Came here because I lost this version of the recipe from my childhood, and could not recall the details. I will be 60 this Spring and want fudge instead of cake. lol Again, thanks for putting this in the comments! 🤎🍫
I have made your fudge twice with excellent results.Made some today and had a problem: it never thickened as I stirred and color was milky. It was so thin as I poured into a lined pan that it did not need spreading.
@@joyofbaking No. Just cooked 5 min with constant stirring. I may have added choc. too early. Don't have a thermometer. Also I added choc. without removing from heat. It showed a very grainy look. Put the mixture in fridge overnight. It did not thicken at all. I will give it another go. It is so delicious. Tks for come-back. Enjoy your vids. Merry Christmas.
ITS OK STEPHANIE I LOOKED FURTHER DOWN THE MESSAGES AND A LOT OF PEOPLE COULDNT GET THE CREAMED ONE BUT THEY HAVE TRIED IT WITH MINI MARSHMALLOWS AND SAID IT COMES OUT FAB. SO THATS MY QUESTION ANSWERED..THANKS FOR THE RECIPE.
This looks delicious. I think I'm going to attempt a dairy free version with coconut oil instead of butter and coconut milk instead of the condensed milk and some dairy free semi sweet chocolate chips. Luckily (although not very "healthy" the marshmallow puff is already dairy free :P) I think I might need to make a shopping list :)
Thanks for this great recipe Ms Stephanie, want to try it but can i use melted (will melt it) marshmallows as substitute to marshmallow cream? can't find the said cream in our groceries here..
I've never actually tried making the fudge with marshmallows. You could make the Simple Chocolate Fudge recipe as it tastes pretty similar to this fudge. It uses sweetened condensed milk instead of marshmallow cream.
Wow, this is the 1st time I have seen it made where you cook down the marshmallow cream instead of taking it off the stove and adding it along with the chocolate. Makes it so much easier. Thanks for that great tip. Much appreciated.
First time I have seen the marshmallow cream added on the stove top as well. I’m going to try that next time.
one huge tip put the container of Marshmallow cream into the microwave for 30 seconds take it out the cream glides out!!!
I made this fudge years and years ago and my favorite uncle gave me the nicest compliment, he said it was "the best!". I'm going to make it again this year and share some of it with my neighbors! It really is THE BEST!
Great recipe......."put it in the freezer..it lasts several months"....that put such a smile on my face.
I’m going to make your fudge to mail to my daughter who lives in Maine. She loves fudge. This will be for Christmas 🎄 2023.
This is the fudge recipe my Mom has been making for 50 years and it's sooo freaking awesome
This is still the best fudge! Comes out smooth and doesn't crystallize on me.🤗
That was a nice video. I have never seen the Marshmellow Cream added to the sugar and butter, but it looks like it works. Thank you, Stephanie, for posting your version of Fantasy Fudge, Mine is not setting up well today.
Wow so many people complaining. If you don't like it don't make it.Stop insulting Stephanie fudge is supposed to be sweet and Rich ! Yes add the sugar .Stephanie your amazing thank you so much .
We're not insulting, but making comments on what we think are ways to improve it. Sweet and rich is one thing, but it can be done to excess. Two cups is excessive. Maybe you don't care about your health or how big your butt is, but I don't like being fat and unhealthy.
Dear debie, I did not mean Stephanie's fudge was bad, been using this fudge recipe for years. You need to please read the comments again.
Edwin Barker eat less?
My mom used to make old-fashioned fudge that looked slick as glass on the top and had a crunchy sugary texture. It was the best fudge ever! I've never been able to get her recipe to set. I miss her fudge, and her, so much!
My mom made the same Old Fashion Fudge. I have the same problem. No sure why exactly mine won’t set up. 😩
@@suz0000 if you ever figure it out please let me know! I've tried making it in good weather and everything.
@@sunshinegirl1967 I will! Same. Let me know too if you figure it out. I thought my thermometer was bad so just bought a new one. My mom always did the cold water test, but that hasn’t worked for me.
@@suz0000 I bought a thermometer too and I used the cold water test. Didn't work for me either :/
You always makes everything so easy. I love how the fudge just came right out. Watching you make your desserts has made me take up baking. Everything always comes out great. Thanks. Merry Christmas.
Great job.I found that if I dip the spatula in warm water before I put it into the marshmallow cream, the cream will not stick to it. Dip the spatula each time before dipping it into the marshmallow jar.
i made this for my mom, she loved it, also, i added rum to a batch and cognac to a batch, incredible..
I wanted a recipe with marshmallow and this other fella I watched made the process seem kinda complicated, but yours looks so easy to follow! Thank you!
Did it turn out well?
This is how my mother always made fudge, back in the '60s and 70's. Christmas always brought this fudge, divinity, and pecan sandy cookies/snowballs... I have her Joy of Cooking book in my kitchen now :)
For the last 5 years I've been making this Instead of my grandmother's Mamie Eisenhower's fudge. It always gets compliments and it's easy to make. Will keep this on my Christmas menu and pass it to my granddaughter to add to her new bakery business. Thank you! 🎄
Thank you Stephanie! I found a Pillsbury cookbook for the holidays years ago that had this exact fudge recipe but have since lost it. So from my heart to yours, thank you!!!!
Looks like fantasy fudge. Haven't made in yrs but very good. You don't live alone and have all this fudge. It soooo good.
I appreciate you so Stephanie. My mom always made the best fudge and have not been able to make it like hers. Now I think I can. Thanks so much for your videos and your hard work.
I'm going to make this in about 10 minutes lol I live how you detail your ingredients I really appreciate that and roasting the walnuts/pecans is a great idea
Thank you Stephanie. It looks amazing.
I made your fudge last week & it taste better as it ages. Love your videos 😁
Thank you for showing me how to make fudge. Merry Christmas. Jesse
I have a hankering for fudge tonight, and I wanted to use up a can of sweetened condensed milk. Luckily, I also have evaporated milk, and the chocolate and nuts. But I don't have the marshmallow creme. I DO have a bag of fresh small marshmallows, and I will try melting those into the mixture. Thanks!
Thank you for explaining the difference between evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk. As a beginning baker, I frequently get them confused.
Beautiful result , unfortunately i can't find marshmallow cream in my country can i us ordinary marshmallow. Love you
Gracias Señora Elegante y Distinguida por compartir sus riquiiisiiimas recetas, como soy artesana chocolatera sus recetas me ayudan mucho.
Make this recipe
Twice and I love it. Thank you so much.❤
I must try! Could I use marshmallows instead of marshmallow cream?
You have marshmallow cream?! We don't have that in the UK...
Hi Stephanie, if I wanted to make this a peanut butter variation could I stir in some at the end? Thanks!
Hi Stephanie, can you use mini marshmallows, instead of the cream, for this recipe, and if so, what measurement? In the Caribbean the marshmallows are more readily available.
hi stephanie i tried the marshmallow candies and they fine... coz i cant find the marshmallow cream... my kids loving it thanks
Hi Stephanie thanks for sharing ur owesome recipe..may i know last for how long if just put in room temperature?thanks
Hi stef.. look so yummy.. can i substitute to ordinary mashmallow, couldnt find mashmallow cream in my area... or would change the texture if using ordinary one.?
It shouldnt effect anything to switch, same stuff really. Just like she said though, make sure youre mallows are in date so they arent hard.
What about the soft ball stage? you gave me an idea on my fudge I make using 4 c sugar and 2 packages of Toll House semi-sweet chocolate chips. I think next time I'll add the marshallows ( use the mini) in the pot at the 5 minute mark and keep the heat on as I dissolve the marshmallows. Then I'll add the chocolate and vanilla after I have turned off the heat. Also cream of tartar is a good idea to keep down grainy fudge. About 3 tsp per 5 cups of sugar and it helps to prevent the re-crystallization of the sugar in the fudge. I do cool down but in a per-warmed oven ((about 150 - 200F) This also keeps the fudge from cooling too quickly and causing large crystals.
When I make it I put the marshmallow puff after I take it off the stove because it makes the fudge way more fluffy n light.. 💕
I just made some fudge, and it turned out great! Thanks for your video!
FREEZING?? YES! 💖💖💖💖
Do you think it would be ok to heat the fluff a little first to make it easier to get out of the jar??
Steph, you are a joy!
hi stephanie, what if there's no marshmallow cream thing? I just couldn't find it here in the Philippines.. Is there any substitute? Thanks.. im a big fan of yours
You are one good cook! Thanks for the recipe.
Thank you! I tried your recipe and it was a total success, yummy!🤗❤😋
I LOVE this recipe! Its so easy and versatile, and best of all .. yummy!
Also, on a side note, everytime i watch this video it cracks me up when you say "medium to low sweet" 🤣❤ i was feeling down while watching this time and that cheered me right up. Thank you so much 😊😊
Thanks for the recipe on how to make fudge.
That's some nice fudge.
👍 Very nice, thank you. It would have been so nice to have to recipe in the description area or added on top of the video so we don't always have to click away from YT to go to your website. 🤗
You're my hero, I really admire your tutorials ^_^ thank you!
Great video first time watching..will def make this super easy fudge .....
I told in the marrshmellows at the end with the nuts works out fine
Like how you cut the edges off when done!
Hi Stephanie, I have a question - why is it that you recommend boiling the sugar mixture to 110 degrees (thread stage) instead of 112 degrees (soft ball stage)? Wouldn't that result in the fudge being undercooked and not setting properly? Thank you so much for this wonderful recipe, I just can't wait to try it out!
Stephanie I made this last week and also made some. Tonight. I.put Cashew in tonight it's amazing,
Merry.christmas
The recipe is really very easy...
I made it and it was perfect...
Thanks for the recipe.
just adore your hairstyle. keep doing this hair style and would love to say that you suit with the blue : )
You're an absolute pleasure to watch.
can I use marshmallows? and can i use heart shaped cutters? 😊
Chocolate marshmallow looks so delicious my friend. TFS. Stay connected 🙂
So yummmy!! Just bought a candy thermometer! :) but we dont hav marshmallow cream here, can you give any substitute please?
I'll try to make it with regular marshmallow candy but is it ok to cut back the sugar? Or if it's not ok I'll use the same amount of sugar but use unsweetened chocolate bar? What do you think Stephanie? Btw merry Christmas to u and Rick, and Bexter of course!!! Haven't seen him for long time!
I did it, first time ever making candy 😀 taste good, but as I added in the chocolate and nuts it got so thick but it came out ok, not like yours. What could I have done wrong. Thank you, you are my go to for cooking. Best teacher, that’s who you are
bad advice to use a whisk. Whisks are better for liquids that don't thicken quickly like fudge. A wooden spoon or spatula works just fine.
Hi Stephanie. I love your videos, you are a very good teacher and even a better cook. I have a question for you, I'm from Argentina, and where I live we don't use Marshmallow Cream (actually is a product that I've never seen before), Could I use Marshmallow Cream home made? Thanks :)
I'm sorry, but I've never tried making the fudge with homemade marshmallow cream so I really don't know how it would be. But you could make the Simple Chocolate Fudge instead. The flavor and texture is quite similar, only it uses sweetened condensed milk instead of marshmallow cream.
Joy of Baking Hi Stephanie, do you have a recipe for the simple chocolate fudge?
Joy of Baking Great! Thank you very much Stephanie!
I make mine with just regular marshmallows - mini or large... they melt and still make the fudge creamy
Stephanie, i love your site and usually your recipes work very well. I tried out this recipe yesterday, but the fudge didn't harden even after 8 hours. What coud be the cause for that?
you didn't cook it long enough, most likely. Research cooking to soft ball stage if you don't have a candy thermometer
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, God Bless!
I agree with Idahama we would love to have your cook book, please publish one.
I would love to experiment with using bittersweet chocolate to cut the sweetness just a bit. would that affect how the fudge firms up?
Yes you can use bittersweet chocolate.
you r amazing iam from middle east. i make ur recipies more and more all my family like it but ihave not cream marshmellow do i can use marshmellow ?plz answer me .thanks
jijim2012 melt the marsh mellows U have same as the marshmallow cream
This looks amazing!!!
I can't get marshmallow cream where I live. Intend to go with your homemade marshmallow recipe. Do I need the full recipe or a portion of which? If the latter how much do I reduce? Thanks in advance! Love all your recipes! Keep it coming! :)
Looks great, Stephanie. :)
Do you not need to whip of for 10-20mins, because of the marshmallow creme?
added chocolated chips along with the evaporated milk and sugar together instead of boiling it first n then addin chocolate chips. My mixture was too liquid and is not hardening now. Its already been 5-6hrs in refrigerator. what do i do now to get to hard???
Nice. So educational. Thanks
Joy I live in INdia we do not get this marshmellow cream and no way this thermometer to check, can you give some suggestions how to turn out this delicious fudge that you turned out, your recipes are awesome
I have another fudge recipe that is similar but it uses sweetened condensed milk. www.joyofbaking.com/candy/SimpleChocolateFudge.html
Hello India from Texas. You can use 7 ounces of marshmallows instead of 7 ounces marshmallow creme. Instead of using a thermometer, bring mixture of butter, evaporated milk and sugar to a roiling boil and stir continuously at high heat for 4 more minutes. No longer. Remove from heat and immediately add the marshmallows, chocolate and vanilla extract. ALL WHILE STIRRING CONTINUOUSLY. When well mixed pour into the foil-lined pan immediately and spread the hot candy evenly. This is the method my mother always used and the 4 minutes of stirring after coming to a roiling boil always makes perfect candy. Cook too long and the candy will be hard and dry. Cook not long enough and the candy will be soft and sticky and gooey. The perfect heat was after 4 minutes for us but practice will make perfect. Watch the time closest and keep detailed records of each batch you make. This is more of an art than following a recipe perfectly. Somewhere between 3 1/2 and 4 1/2 minutes of roiling boil is your perfect candy. I hope this explanation helps you.
@@aleanufopilotftlcertified5663 From one Texan to another, Thank You! Came here because I lost this version of the recipe from my childhood, and could not recall the details.
I will be 60 this Spring and want fudge instead of cake. lol Again, thanks for putting this in the comments! 🤎🍫
Hi Stephanie I love your videos can u make umm blueberry tops
I have made your fudge twice with excellent results.Made some today and had a problem: it never thickened as I stirred and color was milky. It was so thin as I poured into a lined pan that it did not need spreading.
Maybe the mixture wasn't cooked long enough. Did you check the temperature to make sure it reached 230 F (110 C)?
@@joyofbaking No. Just cooked 5 min with constant stirring. I may have added choc. too early. Don't have a thermometer. Also I added choc. without removing from heat. It showed a very grainy look. Put the mixture in fridge overnight. It did not thicken at all. I will give it another go. It is so delicious. Tks for come-back. Enjoy your vids. Merry Christmas.
Can evaporated milk be substituted with anything else? We don't have it in Russia)
Thank you
Marshmallow cream is hard to find here, can you suggest any substitute?
can you substitute whole marshmallows for fluff, how much would you have to do.
Could I leave the sugar out and just use the chocolate and marshmallows are sweet?
Crafting Pantry (AF0093) NNNNOOOOO
Nope. Won't work. If you want garbage fudge just melt a bag of chips in a can of sweetened condensed milk. You could call that fudge...
what if I don't have a marshmallow cream any suggestions? thank you
Just made a double batch! Can't wait to share this with my family for Christmas. Great recipe! Merry Christmas
What brand of chocolate wafers did you use? Thank you for this video.
I used Guittard chocolate.
@@joyofbaking Thank you for responding. Now I know what to buy.
If I have a bag of marshmallows how much should I use of it
wouldn't it be sticky at room temperature?
Can I use normal marshmallows instead? We don’t have marshmallow cream here in Australia 🙄
ITS OK STEPHANIE I LOOKED FURTHER DOWN THE MESSAGES AND A LOT OF PEOPLE COULDNT GET THE CREAMED ONE BUT THEY HAVE TRIED IT WITH MINI MARSHMALLOWS AND SAID IT COMES OUT FAB. SO THATS MY QUESTION ANSWERED..THANKS FOR THE RECIPE.
Kindly guide me how to use mercury candy thermometer without damaging it ?
I'm just wondering if I can use normal marshmellow instead of marshmellow cream.
I’m sorry, but I’ve never tried that so I don’t know how that would work.
My mother made it this way for year's,. Now myself and three younger sister's make it also.
can I just use instant marshmallow instead of the cream one? It very hard to find it in my local stores :(
This looks delicious. I think I'm going to attempt a dairy free version with coconut oil instead of butter and coconut milk instead of the condensed milk and some dairy free semi sweet chocolate chips. Luckily (although not very "healthy" the marshmallow puff is already dairy free :P) I think I might need to make a shopping list :)
Thanks for this great recipe Ms Stephanie, want to try it but can i use melted (will melt it) marshmallows as substitute to marshmallow cream? can't find the said cream in our groceries here..
I've never actually tried making the fudge with marshmallows. You could make the Simple Chocolate Fudge recipe as it tastes pretty similar to this fudge. It uses sweetened condensed milk instead of marshmallow cream.
I have used marshmallows for years, instead of the marshmallow fluff. Two cups of mini marshmallows for a single batch.
@elliethomson3787 thank you, I was looking in the comments for this answer 😊
can i substitute marshmallow cream with marshmallow candies ?
Great video!
made my fudge it taste great but didnt get hard enough i will try it again
Is that a half a stick of butter
Your the best!😀
Would this set up without the choc?