Butter Pecan Fudge

It’s easy to make fudge the Mr. Food way! Butter pecan is my favorite flavor, so I think this butter pecan fudge is irresistible! Why not mix some up today for yourself and your friends? What better way to show you care?

Serves: 60

Cooking Time: 10 min

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup pecan halves, toasted (see Note)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions

1. Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
    
2. In a large saucepan, bring butter, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
    
3. Allow to boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove pan from heat.
    
4. Stir in pecans and vanilla. Add confectioners' sugar and stir until smooth and well combined. Spread mixture into baking dish.
    
5. Freeze 25 to 30 minutes, or until firm. Cut into 1-inch squares and serve, or store in an airtight container until ready to serve or wrap for gift-giving.

Test-Kitchen Tip

To toast the pecans, heat a medium skillet over medium-low heat. When the skillet is hot, add the nuts and toast for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden.