Can I beat fudge with electric mixer?

Table of Contents:

1. Can I beat fudge with electric mixer?
2. Can you overbeat fudge?
3. Should you refrigerate fudge?
4. How long should you cook fudge?
5. How long do you let fudge cool before cutting?
6. Why is fudge not setting?
7. How long does it take for Fudge to reach soft ball stage?
8. What temperature is the hard ball stage?
9. How do you know fudge is ready?
10. How do you know when Fudge is done without a thermometer?
11. What do I do if my fudge doesn't Harden?
12. What exactly is fudge?
13. How do you know when Fudge is bad?
14. Can you keep fudge at room temperature?
15. What does it mean when Fudge ripens?
16. How long should fudge set before cutting?
17. Why is my fudge not getting hard?
18. Why isn't my fudge setting?
19. How long do you leave fudge in the fridge to set?

Can I beat fudge with electric mixer?

Beat the Fudge While beating by hand is the traditional method, you can use an electric mixer if you have one. Fit the mixer with the paddle attachment and turn it on medium. Beat it just until it starts to thicken and lose its gloss.

Can you overbeat fudge?

The ingredients for fudge are combined and cooked to 234 degrees, cooled to 110 degrees without stirring, then beaten until creamy. Candy that isn't cooked long enough will end up too soft; overcooking makes fudge crumbly or hard.

Should you refrigerate fudge?

Fudge will keep at room temperature just fine. It does not need to be refrigerated. You can keep it in the refrigerator if you feel that you like it cold–and some people prefer it that way. In this case, just make sure it is air tight, as cold air will surely dry out your fudge quicker.

How long should you cook fudge?

Start checking the fudge for doneness after 10 minutes of boiling. If you are using a thermometer, your fudge is ready when it reaches 235°F.

How long do you let fudge cool before cutting?

Cool the fudge for 50 to 70 minutes until the temperature registers 110 degrees on the candy thermometer and the bottom of the pot feels lukewarm to the touch. Do not disturb the fudge during the cooling process.

Why is fudge not setting?

The fudge needs to be cooked at a vigorous boil and needs to get to a minimum of 116C/240F, so you may need to increase the heat slightly. This is the soft ball stage and if you drop a little of the mixture into a glass of cold water then it should form a firm ball that you can still squeeze between your fingers.

How long does it take for Fudge to reach soft ball stage?

about 10 minutes

What temperature is the hard ball stage?

Sugar stages

Stage	Temperature	Sugar concentration
hard ball (e.g., nougat)	121 to 130 °C (250 to 266 °F)	90%
soft crack (e.g., salt water taffy)	132 to 143 °C (270 to 289 °F)	95%
hard crack (e.g., toffee)	146 to 154 °C (295 to 309 °F)	99%
clear liquid	160 °C (320 °F)	100%

How do you know fudge is ready?

Turn up the heat and boil rapidly until the bubbles in the mixture look small and even. You know it's ready when a small amount of the mixture dropped into a glass of cold water sets into a soft ball that you can lift out with a teaspoon and pinch between your fingers.

How do you know when Fudge is done without a thermometer?

At first the sugar syrup is stringy and shapeless, but after several tests it starts to hold its shape. When it reaches the stage that it can be formed into a soft ball, then you know that your fudge is ready and you can take it off the heat!

What do I do if my fudge doesn't Harden?

To fix oily, hard or grainy fudge, scoop the fudge back into a pot with about a cup of water. Cook it over low heat until the fudge dissolves. Then bring the fudge back up to the temperature specified in the recipe and follow the remaining steps.

What exactly is fudge?

Fudge is a type of sugar candy that is made by mixing sugar, butter and milk, heating it to the soft-ball stage at 240 °F (116 °C), and then beating the mixture while it cools so that it acquires a smooth, creamy consistency.

How do you know when Fudge is bad?

And when it comes to fudge, the quality is all about the texture. If the candy dries out and hardens, it's past its prime, and you should get rid of it. Same if it melts and turns slimy. If everything about the fudge in terms of texture, appearance, and smell seems to be okay, it's most likely perfectly fine to it.

Can you keep fudge at room temperature?

Fudge is best stored at room temperature in an airtight container. We strongly suggest immediately upon receiving your treats, transfer to an airtight container. This will preserve freshness the longest, as it will prevent it from drying out.

What does it mean when Fudge ripens?

Fudge stored in an air tight container at room temperature will "ripen" over the first 24 hours. That is, the texture will become creamier and more velvety.

How long should fudge set before cutting?

Let the fudge set for 1 to 2 hours at room temperature until firm. 4. If using the square flan form, take a warm sharp knife and run it around the edge of the fudge to loosen it from the sides of the form. If using the baking pan, lift the fudge out of the pan, using the two ends of the aluminum foil as handles.

Why is my fudge not getting hard?

Under- or overcooking the sugar The amount of time you cook fudge directly affects its firmness. Too little time and the water won't evaporate, causing the fudge to be soft. Conversely, cook it too long and fudge won't contain enough water, making it hard with a dry, crumbly texture.

Why isn't my fudge setting?

It sounds like your fudge simply wasn't heated enough. ... If it's overcooked (resulting in grainy fudge) or undercooked (resulting in poor setting) all you really need to do is add a bit of cream, reheat the fudge to the target temperature, and let it set again.

How long do you leave fudge in the fridge to set?

You'll notice that the fudge will start to harden quickly. Spread evenly into the prepared pan. If you really love sweet and salty, add some flaked salt over the top, trust me it's so good. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.