This easy Maple Fudge can be made start to finish in under 20 minutes. No candy thermometer needed and it is made in the microwave. Just put all the ingredients in a microwave proof bowl and stir every two minutes and the result is this decadent, creamy fudge!
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WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS FUDGE
- Microwave fudge is quick and easy recipe and comes out rich and creamy.
- It is made in the microwave so no candy thermometer to worry about.
- Great for Christmas care packages and hostess gifts.
INGREDIENT NOTES
- Salted Butter – I use salted butter for this recipe. Add a pinch of salt if you are using unsalted butter.
- Brown Sugar – I use light brown sugar for it’s distinctive flavor. Dark brown sugar will give it a richer deeper flavor and color.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk – gives the smooth texture with hints of caramel.
- Icing Sugar – This is a sugar of many names…can be referred to as confectioners sugar or powdered sugar depending on where you live.
TIPS FOR MAKING MICROWAVE FUDGE
- Don’t be intimidated by making fudge because it doesn’t need to be a complicated process. Just be sure to use a microwave safe bowl and follow the stirring directions.
- The fudge does set up quickly so don’t wait too long before transferring it to the pan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN I USE DARK BROWN SUGAR?
Light brown sugar gives the fudge that maple flavor and dark brown sugar would give it a rich nutty flavor. I haven’t tried dark brown sugar but it would work.
DO I HAVE TO SIFT THE ICING SUGAR?
I have made this recipe both with sifted icing sugar and when in a rush just adding it right from the bag into the bowl. The difference was minimal, you just want to make sure there are no big lumps of sugar.
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Jane’s Maple Microwave Fudge
Ingredients
- 2 cups icing sugar
- 2 cups brown sugar
- ⅔ cup butter
- 1 can Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Sift the 2 cups of icing sugar and set aside.
- In a large, microwaveable bowl, put brown sugar, butter and sweetened condensed milk.
- Microwave on high for 8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes. **use a metal spoon to stir**
- At the end of the 8 minutes, let it cool in the microwave without stirring for 4-5 minutes, no longer.
- Slowly fold in the 2 cups of SIFTED icing sugar and then add the vanilla.
- Pour into a 8×8 pan.
- Refrigerate and enjoy!
