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fantasy fudge with pretzels

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132 Pinches 10 Photos
Marge1162 avatar
The Villages, FL
Updated on Oct 19, 2023

I have a weakness for snack foods like potato chips and pretzels. When added to this creamy and rich fudge, they give that awesome salty taste that is very popular in many foods. This homemade pretzel fudge is impossible to resist.

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Sweet and creamy, this homemade fudge is hard to resist. The name fantasy fits this recipe. Nuts and pretzels add a crunchy texture. They also add a sweet and salty flavor combination we love. You'll want to share this, or you may eat the whole pan yourself. Pieces would make a great hostess gift. If you want a thinner piece of fudge, use a 9x13 glass pan to prepare this recipe.

— The Test Kitchen
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 30 - 40

Ingredients

  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 5 ounces evaporated milk (about 2/3 cup; do not use sweetened condensed milk)
  • 12 ounces Ghirardelli semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 jar Jet-puffed marshmallow creme (7 oz)
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup snaps pretzels, coarsely chopped (Snyders of Hanover brand)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • whole pecans for topping

How To Make fantasy fudge with pretzels

  • Foil hanging over the sides of a baking dish.
    Step 1
    Line a 9-inch square pan (or 7 x 9-inch pan) with non-stick foil, with the ends of the foil extending over the sides.
  • Sugar, butter, and evaporated milk in a saucepan.
    Step 2
    On medium heat, bring sugar, butter, and evaporated milk to a full rolling boil in a 3-qt saucepan, stirring constantly.
  • Boiling until it reaches the proper temperature.
    Step 3
    Cook for 4 - 5 minutes or until a candy thermometer reaches 234 degrees, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
  • Chocolate chips and marshmallow creme added.
    Step 4
    Now add semi-sweet chocolate and marshmallow creme; stir until melted.
  • Chopped nuts, pretzels, and vanilla added.
    Step 5
    Add chopped nuts, pretzels, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  • Mixture poured into the prepared pan.
    Step 6
    Pour into the prepared pan. Spread to cover the bottom of the pan.
  • Whole pecans placed on top of the chocolate fudge.
    Step 7
    Add whole pecans on top (about 1 inch apart). This gives a nice presentation.
  • Cut cooled fudge into squares.
    Step 8
    Cool completely. Use foil handles to lift fudge from the pan before cutting it into squares. NOTE: Be sure to use the Ghirardelli semi-sweet chocolate brand - it really enhances the chocolate flavor.
  • Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

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Culture: American
Method: Stove Top
Ingredient: Sugar

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