Old-Fashioned Fudge ~ These Melt-in-the-Mouth, buttery Old-Fashioned Fudge shaped and decorated as Gingerbread Men is the perfect edible gift to just about any Fudge/Candy lover ! No thermometer needed !
2TBGolden Syrup(can be substituted with corn syrup or honey)
3 ½cupsWhite Sugar
2tVanilla Essence
OPTIONAL:
White Sprinkling Pearlsfor the eyes, push in gently
Christmas Tree Sprinklesfor the nose
Bright colored Chocolate Buttonssee note below
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with baking paper and keep a small cup with ice-cold Water handy
Place all ingredients, except the Vanilla, in a deep saucepan over high heat, stirring continuously (NEVER stop stirring) – bring to boiling point, lower heat to simmer
Simmer, whilst stirring ALL the time, scraping sides as well regularly for 20 minutes until golden brown – drop a little of the mixture into the cup of cold water
The Fudge is ready when the drop immediately sets to the soft ball stage – remove from the stove, stir in the Vanilla and transfer to the prepared baking sheet
Let cool in the pan for a bit, then place in the refrigerator until set. (Tip: cut into squares or other shapes after 30 minutes of chilling – return to the refrigerator to fully set and only then remove the pieces)
Notes
Bright colored Chocolate Buttons (stick the Buttons and Christmas Sprinkles to the Fudge, using a drop of melted Chocolate)Adapted by Cheri from this recipe HERE
Nutrition value, where given, is not always accurate. Please also check your ingredient labels.