Should you refrigerate fudge?

Fudge is best stored at room temperature for 2 to 3 weeks wrapped up in its original wax paper. NEVER REFRIGERATE your fudge as this will draw out the moisture and leave you with dry, crumbly fudge .

How long does it take for fudge to set?

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!

Does sweetened condensed milk fudge need to be refrigerated?

No, fudge doesn't need to be refrigerated . Store it in an airtight container (with wax paper between layers) at room temperature for one to two weeks.

How to tell if fudge is bad?

If fudge experiences a change in temperature, it can melt or develop a slimy texture on the surface . If it is exposed to air, it can dry out and become hard. Specific add-ins to fudge have the potential to grow mold or give off a bad odor, and at that point, the fudge should be avoided.

What is the secret to good fudge?

Tips for Making Fudge Monitor the Temperature with a Candy Thermometer. If you end up with soft fudge that turns into a puddle in your hands or hard fudge that is a bit reminiscent of a crunchy candy, improper temperature is likely to blame. ... Avoid Stirring Once the Mixture Comes to a Simmer. ... Beat Thoroughly. Mar 8, 2023

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.

How do you know when fudge is beaten enough?

After letting the fudge cool, it's time to beat it. It is important to stir constantly with a wooden spoon until the mixture starts to thicken and its surface starts to look dull or matte . Now is the time to stop beating and pour the fudge into a mould.

Do you put fudge straight in the fridge?

It's soft enough to melt on the tongue but firm enough to hold it's own shape. Fudge does not need to be refrigerated , however it will go stale and is best consumed within one week. Fudge will last longer in an airtight container with the layers separated by wax paper.

Can hot fudge be left out overnight?

Storage: This is just fine kept at room temp for a day, but if you are going to keep it overnight or for an extended period of time, pop it in the fridge and just reheat in the microwave .

Should peanut butter be refrigerated after opening?

According to The National Peanut Board, an unopened jar of peanut butter can last six to nine months at room temperature. Once opened, they say that it can last two to three months in the pantry before you should move it to the fridge, where it can maintain quality for another three to four months .

Is fudge supposed to be hard or soft?

Desired texture It should hold together well without being too hard and, above all, has to be melty and silky in your mouth. It's the size of sugar crystals that makes the knees of fudge lovers buckle…the smaller the crystals, the less they are perceived on the tongue and the more the fudge tastes smooth and creamy.

Strawberry Pecan Fudge Recipe - Easy 3 Ingredient Fudge! (2024)

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posted by Crissy Pageon Jan 31, 2017 (updated Jan 22, 2024) 31 comments »

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A few weeks ago, I was turned on to this super easy strawberry pecan fudge recipe by a friend, and I knew that I had to try it. I usually try to whip-up a sweet treat or two for my family before Valentine’s Day, and I’m totally loving this easy 3-ingredient fudge recipe.

I’m pretty much on board with any recipes that include FROSTING (I’m kind of a frosting junkie), and this one is so easy that you can whip it up in like five minutes—seriously.

Strawberry Pecan Fudge Recipe

With Valentine’s Day coming up in just two short weeks, this strawberry pecan fudge recipe would make the perfect pink treat to give to loves in your life, particularly if any of the loves in your life happen to be serious frosting addicts. I know a few of those, me included!

RELATED: Loving this easy strawberry pecan fudge? Check out my other no-brainer 3-ingredient fudge recipe. It’s super yummy as well!

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The addition of the pecans to this recipe really makes all the difference—it makes the fudge taste more like real fudge in my opinion. Of course, if you’re not a fan of nuts on your desserts, and I know that there are quite a few of you who fall into that category, you can certainly leave the pecans out completely.

I’m just going to warn you that this fudge is super decadent and super sweet. I love the flavor so much that I usually have a piece or two and then ask my husband to hide it from me! It’s just one of those desserts that I will go back to over and over.

This pink strawberry pecan fudge is to die for, and so easy to make. I hope you’ll make a batch to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Please let me know in the comments below if you love it as much as I do!

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Ingredients

1 16 oz can of strawberry frosting
1 12 oz bag of white chocolate chips
2/3 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Lightly spray an 9x9 pan with cooking spray. A 9x13 pan would be fine too, if you want to make thinner bars.
Put chocolate chips in microwave safe bowl and melt them, keep an eye on them, melting times will vary and you don't want to burn them! You could also use a double boiler.
Stir in entire can of strawberry frosting.
Stir in pecans (I saved a little to sprinkle on the top).
Spread into pan and chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Cut into squares and serve.

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originally published on Jan 31, 2017 (last updated Jan 22, 2024)

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31 comments on “Strawberry Pecan Fudge”

Elly Thistle — September 4, 2020 @ 1:57 pm Reply
To the person in Canada…how about the amazon pantry site for the frosting.

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Karren — May 15, 2019 @ 1:53 am Reply
been making this “recipe” for years, only way to get some extra special flavors of “fudge” like for the kids bake sales etc., Strawberry isn’t the only frosting available, use your imagination.
Rating: 4
Linda — November 24, 2017 @ 11:59 pm Reply
I don’t suppose there is a way around the can of strawberry frosting? I can’t get it where I live. Seems like we only have chocolate vanilla or cheese cake. SIGH.
- Kate — September 24, 2019 @ 3:48 am Reply
  Can you get strawberry extract or flavoring and red food coloring? You could get the vanilla frosting and add strawberry flavoring and a couple drops of red food dye.
- Josee — June 26, 2021 @ 8:44 pm Reply
  I found it on Amazon
Joyce Blume — December 19, 2016 @ 9:59 am Reply
made them without nuts and added a few drops of peppermint oil. delicious creamy mints.
Carolyn — October 13, 2016 @ 3:28 pm Reply
Thanks, I love recipes, but I am 71 ears old and in poor health so I have to leave it up to the grown-up children to make and enjoy but leave me a piece. Carolyn
Rita — October 12, 2016 @ 5:38 pm Reply
Chopped Cherries would be good too.
Lacey — February 23, 2016 @ 9:08 pm Reply
Oh my goodness! Looks so so wonderful and yummy, and it’s so easy! I wonder if I could dip the bottom of them in dark chocolate to make them look (and taste) good, Kinda like a strawberry sundae! Or maybe just drizzle some melted chocolate over them. Oh so many ways to enjoy these…as is or use your imagination! Thank you so much for sharing this!
P.D. — December 21, 2013 @ 6:08 pm Reply
I just made this..in the fridge chilling as we speak. I licked the left over on spoon and it is soooooo tasty!!!
Easy and quick to make.
Jillian — February 6, 2013 @ 5:55 pm Reply
Crissy, did you use the Betty Crocker “Whipped” frosting? I’m not sure what other brands come in strawberry? Please let me know. Thanks!

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- Crissy Page — February 7, 2013 @ 3:53 pm Reply
  No it wasn’t a whipped frosting, it was just a Pilsbury strawberry frosting in a can! :)
  - Jillian — February 11, 2013 @ 7:11 pm
    Where can I find the Pillsbury frosting in Toronto? I can’t find it anywhere!
Emily — February 6, 2013 @ 5:28 pm Reply
Oh my! This looks like the most amazing thing ever! I can’t wait for a great excuse to make this :) I’m just discovering your blog and I can’t wait to read on…..
Hanan — February 6, 2013 @ 2:35 pm Reply
That looks way too delicious!
Rachel @ Bakerita — February 6, 2013 @ 2:29 am Reply
I’ve wanted to try this for a while now, and I totally forgot about the idea until I saw this. Sounds so good, definitely trying it soon.
Yogesh — February 5, 2013 @ 9:40 am Reply
Oh Gosh…!!! Its looking so yummy…!!!!
Karen — February 4, 2013 @ 10:03 pm Reply
I’m not sure how you can call something made with a can of frosting…”Fudge”!
- Crissy Page — February 4, 2013 @ 10:26 pm Reply
  It’s easy… try it, it just rolls off the tongue. F U D G E.
  lol, geez.
  - Tiffany Cruz — March 15, 2013 @ 9:44 am
    I’m laughing so hard right now.
  - SHARON — December 29, 2013 @ 4:31 pm
    I was wondering since Pillsbury has sugar free frosting and I believe its Hersheys that also now have sugar free chocolate chips if they could be used to make this so there would be a sugar free version for diabetics.
    What do you think.
    Also you could use any flavor frosting an chips to make any flavor fudge you would like.
Crystal — February 4, 2013 @ 6:01 pm Reply
Delicious!! I saw the same recipe and pinned it so I can make it for Valentine’s Day.
Kristin (Born 2 Be Mom) — February 4, 2013 @ 4:16 pm Reply
Looks amazing!! I looooove frosting. :)
Amy — February 4, 2013 @ 2:42 pm Reply
Dear God. Want.
Nichol — February 4, 2013 @ 2:06 pm Reply
This fudge looks delicious and so simple! YUM!
Ellen Christian — February 4, 2013 @ 1:27 pm Reply
Oh my goodness! Where is mine? I’d like a BIG box please!
Judy Thompson — February 4, 2013 @ 12:36 pm Reply
have to trry t his but I’ll have to leave thePecans out hubby can’t eat nuts
Dusty B — February 4, 2013 @ 12:16 pm Reply
I’m not a fan of strawberry, but they’re just so pretty!
Adelina Priddis — February 4, 2013 @ 12:13 pm Reply
Oh that does look yummy
Stacie — February 4, 2013 @ 11:07 am Reply
YUM!!! Looks absolutely heavenly.
Tiffany Cruz — February 4, 2013 @ 9:49 am Reply
That fudge looks so yummy!

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