How long do you boil fudge?

Table of Contents:

1. How long do you boil fudge?
2. Do you Stir fudge while cooking?
3. Should fudge be refrigerated?
4. How long will fudge last unrefrigerated?
5. How do you freshen fudge?
6. Why does my fudge turn out dry?
7. Does fudge expire?
8. Can I freeze fudge?
9. What happens if you put too much butter in fudge?
10. How do you fix runny fudge?
11. Why is my fudge not creamy?
12. Can I fix grainy Fantasy Fudge?
13. What causes grainy fudge?
14. What happens if you over beat fudge?
15. What happens if you dont beat fudge?

How long do you boil fudge?

Place the candy thermometer into the pan. Boil until the mixture reaches 234°F on a candy thermometer. Stir gently throughout the entire boiling time. Note: If you do not have a candy thermometer, allow the mixture to boil for 7 or 8 minutes but do not exceed 9 minutes.

Do you Stir fudge while cooking?

Don't stir the fudge Shaking or stirring the fudge mixture while it's boiling or cooling causes premature crystal growth. If the crystals form too early, they continue to grow and become too large. Let it cool Start beating the fudge only when it has cooled down to 110°F. It will be glossy and dark brown.

Should fudge be refrigerated?

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 will fudge last unrefrigerated?

7 to 14 days

How do you freshen fudge?

Place the hard fudge in a plastic bag. Place a piece of bread or a damp paper towel in the bag. Seal the bag closed and let the fudge set over night. The fudge will soften as it absorbs the moisture released by the paper towel or bread.

Why does my fudge turn out dry?

A lot of big crystals means you get dry, crumbly, grainy fudge. By letting the fudge cool undisturbed, you avoid creating seed crystals. ... When the fudge has cooled to 110°F, you want to start the crystallization process. You stir and stir until the fudge becomes thick.

Does fudge expire?

For homemade fudge, it usually lasts in good quality between a week and two weeks at room temperature, and around 3 to 4 weeks when refrigerated. For prolonged storage freezing is in order. When it comes to store-bought fudge, well, find the date on the label and use it as your guideline.

Can I freeze fudge?

To properly freeze fresh fudge, cut it into whatever size pieces you want to freeze, and then wrap each piece with an airtight wrapping material, such as aluminum foil or Saran® brand wrap. ... When you are ready eat fudge, remove it from the freezer, keeping it in the plastic bag.

What happens if you put too much butter in fudge?

If the butter gets too hot, it can separate, causing the fudge to become oily on top. This is easy to prevent by monitoring the temperature with a candy thermometer, but separated fudge can also be fixed. To fix oily, hard or grainy fudge, scoop the fudge back into a pot with about a cup of water.

How do you fix runny fudge?

Scrape the fudge back into a large saucepan and add 1 1/2 cups of water. Stir the fudge over low heat until it dissolves. Carefully taste the mixture, as the water probably diluted the flavor. Add more flavorings if necessary.

Why is my fudge not creamy?

It might be that you haven't dissolved all the sugar before boiling the fudge mixture. It could be that there just wasn't enough fluid or fat to enable the sugar to dissolve or it might even be that the fudge wasn't beaten long enough or hard enough. All of these factors could be the cause of grainy fudge.

Can I fix grainy Fantasy Fudge?

It's so quick and easy. Check out this Fantasy Fudge Recipe and see if you might want to give it a try. By the way, when your fudge comes out grainy, you can fix it by putting it back in the pot and adding a little evaporated milk to it and bringing it slowly back to the soft ball stage.

What causes grainy fudge?

A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals. ... The more you stir, the more crystal seeds you get. But instead of getting a few huge crystals (and grainy candy), you get lots and lots of tiny crystals, which make for thick, smooth candy.

What happens if you over beat fudge?

Candy that isn't cooked long enough will end up too soft; overcooking makes fudge crumbly or hard. High-quality fudge has many small crystals. If the process of crystallization begins too early, fewer crystals form and they become much larger.

What happens if you dont beat fudge?

If you do, the sugar can crystallize, giving your fudge a gritty texture. As you beat the fudge, pay attention to color and texture. Once the fudge loses its sheen and thickens, put down your spoon.