Fabulous Sugar Free Fudge recipe that is simple to make (2024)

A delicious and simple recipe for homemade fudge that has no added sugar in it. Included keto low carbohydrate option.

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FABULOUS Sugar Free Fudge offers that perfect explosion of chocolate.
And sometimes you just need a bit of a jolt of that very thing.

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FABULOUS Sugar Free Fudge


This recipe for fudge is made without adding any sugar.
However, this fudge tastes like lush chocolate goodness!

Did you try my Sugar Free Keto White Chocolate Fudge recipe?

That fudge recipe is for a keto low carbohydrate and sugar free white fudge.
Both this chocolate fudge and that white fudge would go nicely together if you are looking for some tasty sugar free treats to serve together!

To make this recipe you will need sugar free chocolate chips. You can find a variety of sugar free and keto chocolate chips here.

People sometimes as what exactly is fudge.

I get that is is easy to think of fudge as a kind of chocolate.
In a way it is because chocolate is added to a fudge recipe such as this one.

However, there is a difference between fudge and chocolate.

As mentioned, chocolate can be both an ingredient and something that results from ingredients.
On the other hand, fudge has other ingredients besides chocolate added to it which result in something more rich and lush. Also, fudge can be made without adding chocolate to it.

So what is the secret to good fudge?

First, let me say that 'good fudge' may be in the eyes of the beholder.
This has a lot to do with the ingredients added and personal preferences.

As far as a well made fudge goes, there are a couple of factors that can make it a good fudge.

The fudge should have good taste to it thanks to the mix of the flavors added.
Also, the fudge should be structurally well made so that when you bite into it, it is pleasurable to the palate.

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Here are some tips for making fudge.

This recipe calls for evaporated milk.
Keto low carbohydrate followers can use heavy cream instead.

Here are some more helpful tips for you.

  1. This recipe can be made in a microwave or on a stove. If you are making this recipe on a stove, I suggest that you use the double boiler method.
  2. The fudge should be made in a square baking dish. Line the baking dish with foil(well greased) that overhangs the sides of the baking dish to make it easy to lift the fudge out to cut into pieces.
  3. Adding chopped nuts to your fudge can make the fudge even better. You can also sprinkle sugar free sprinkles on top to make your fudge even more pretty.

How to store homemade fudge.

I like to keep my fudge wrapped in an airtight container.
If properly stored, fudge can keep for a couple of weeks refrigerated and even longer frozen.

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About this recipe for sugar free chocolate fudge.

This is a simple recipe for making fudge that has no added sugar in it.
Also, this recipe is based upon a basic fudge that does have sugar added to it.

To make this fudge you will need sugar free chocolate chips.
You can make this recipe more interesting by using two different kinds of chocolate chips.
For example, you can add both sugar free milk chocolate chips and sugar free dark chocolate chips to your fudge.
Chopped nuts are optional as well.

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Ingredients needed to make fabulous fudge with no added sugar.

  • Sugar Free Chocolate Chips- 3 cups. Feel free to use dark or milk chocolate chips or even a combination. Keto low carb folks should look for a keto low carb chocolate chip product.
  • Evaporated Milk- 12 ounces. Keto low carb people can try using heavy cream.
  • Sugar Alternative- equivalent to 1 tablespoon of sugar. I use a granular sugar alternative that measures 1:1 with sugar and that can be baked with for best results.
  • Butter- ¼ cup melted. That is a half of a stick.
  • Vanilla Extract- 1 teaspoon. Feel free to sub in another extract as desired (like peppermint extract for example).
  • Optional- chopped nuts or sugar free sprinkles .

How to make Fabulous Sugar Free Fudge

  • Line a square baking dish with foil that overhangs the sides of the baking dish. Then grease the foil.
  • In a large microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate with the evaporated milk until creamy, stopping to stir every thirty seconds. Then stir in in the sugar alternative, butter and vanilla. Heat this for another 30 seconds (I place a paper towel over it to prevent a possible mess).
  • Pour the melted and blended ingredients into your prepared baking dish. Then refrigerate until set.
  • To cut the fudge into squares, simply lift it out of the baking dish using the overlapping foil.
  • Make this on the stove using a double boiler method or on low heat stirring continuously.

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FABULOUS Sugar Free Fudge

A delicious and simple recipe for homemade fudge that has no added sugar in it. Included keto low carbohydrate option.

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

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Servings: 16

Ingredients

Instructions

  • This recipe calls for the use of a microwave. However, you could make this on the stove using a double boiler or similar method. Also, you will need a large microwave-safe bowl for cooking this as well.

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  • Prepare a square baking dish with aluminum foil which also overlaps the sides of the dish. Grease or spray this lined baking dish to prevent sticking as well. You can set this aside.

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  • In a large microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate with the evaporated milk until creamy, stopping to stir every thirty seconds. Then stir in in the sugar alternative, butter and vanilla. Heat this for another 30 seconds

    Pour the melted and blended ingredients into a prepared baking dish. Then refrigerate until set.

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  • To cut the fudge into squares, simply lift it out of the baking dish using the overlapping foil.

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Recipe Notes

*Please check the nutritional labels to assure that you are sticking to your diet restrictions for any substitutions used.

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Please see recipe post for further details on this recipe.
Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.

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February 10, 2022

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Nutrition

Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 66mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 139IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg

Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!

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The original recipe for FABULOUS Sugar Free Fudge

Ingredients- Sugar Free Chocolate Chips- 3- cups, Evaporated Milk- ½ cup., Sugar alternative- equivalent to 1 cup of sugar, Butter- ½ cup and Vanilla Extract- 1 teaspoon.

How to make FABULOUS Sugar Free Fudge

Prepare a square glass baking dish with aluminum foil which also overlaps the sides of the dish. Grease or spray this lined baking dish to prevent sticking as well. You can set this aside. Place the chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl and cook for 30 seconds on medium. Covering the bowl loosely with a microwave safe paper towel can help prevent a possible mess (at least in my kitchen). Stir in the evaporated milks and then the sugar alternative, butter and vanilla. Cook for another 30 seconds and stir again. Continue this process until everything has melted and blended together- about 4- 4 ½ minutes total.

Obviously, this will be hot thus, please take precautions. Remove the bowl from the microwave and pour the fudge into the prepped baking dish. Allow to cool at room temperature. Then refrigerate your fudge until you are ready to cut it into squares.
updated 5/10/18 2/22

Fabulous Sugar Free Fudge recipe that is simple to make (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret to perfect fudge? ›

The key to creamy, luscious fudge is controlling crystal formation. If the sucrose (table sugar) crystals are small, the fudge will feel creamy and smooth on your tongue. But if the crystals are large, the fudge develops a crumbly, dry, or even coarse texture.

What is the key to successful non grainy fudge? ›

While you ultimately want crystals to form, it's important that they don't form too early. The key to successful, nongrainy fudge is in the cooling, not the cooking.

Why didn't my homemade fudge set? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

What makes fudge softer? ›

If you don't heat your fudge to a high enough temperature, you'll end up with a soft product. And if you heat the mixture too much, your fudge may be harder than you'd like.

What makes fudge so good? ›

It's the size of sugar crystals that makes the knees of fudge lovers buckle…the smaller the crystals, the less they are perceived on the tongue and the more the fudge tastes smooth and creamy. Cooking, and beating after cooking, is the key to successful fudge.

What does cream of tartar do in fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

How do you make fudge creamy and not grainy? ›

Grainy Fudge

To avoid this issue, swirl the pan instead of stirring it with a spoon. You can use a wet pastry brush to wipe down any sugar that sticks to the sides of the pot.

Why does homemade fudge get hard? ›

As water gradually evaporates, sugar is concentrated and the temperature of the mixture rises above 100°C (212°F). If there is too much evaporation, when the cooking time is too long, there will not be enough water left in the fudge and it will be too hard.

How to fix failed fudge? ›

Fixing Fudge
  1. Scrape the fudge back into a large saucepan and add 1 1/2 cups of water.
  2. Stir the fudge over low heat until it dissolves. ...
  3. Increase the heat to medium and bring it to a boil, washing down the sides of the pan frequently with a wet pastry brush to prevent sugar crystals from forming.
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Why won't my 3 ingredient condensed milk fudge set? ›

This often happens when the condensed milk and chocolate chip mixture isn't hot enough to start. Everything must be completely melted before it is transferred to the pan to cool. Heat in 30-second bursts in the microwave, stirring well between each to ensure everything is melting evenly.

Should you put fudge in the fridge to set? ›

NEVER REFRIGERATE your fudge as this will draw out the moisture and leave you with dry, crumbly fudge.

What should fudge look like before it sets? ›

For perfect fudge, the syrup should form a soft ball that can be picked up, but easily flattened. If the syrup is undercooked, drops of syrup will sink to the bottom of the glass in threads or simply dissolve. If the syrup is overcooked, the ball will be hard and difficult to flatten with your fingers.

What not to do when making fudge? ›

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid for Candy Shop-Worthy Fudge and Caramels
  1. Using the Wrong Pan. All candy and confections start by melting sugar. ...
  2. Stirring the Sugar. ...
  3. Not Using a Candy Thermometer. ...
  4. Leaving Out the Parchment Paper Lining. ...
  5. Skipping the Cooking Spray. ...
  6. Scraping the Pot. ...
  7. Using a Cold Knife to Slice.
Dec 16, 2015

Should you stir fudge while it's cooking? ›

Don't stir!

Once the fudge reaches soft-ball stage on the candy thermometer, remove from the heat and let the temperature drop to 110°F. Keep that spoon or spatula out of the pot until this happens. If you stir too early in the process, you'll make the sugar crystals too big and end up with grainy fudge.

Why did my fudge turn out like taffy? ›

If the temperature is too low, the fudge will be too soft and sticky, and if it's too high, it will turn into a hard, crumbly mess. The ideal temperature to cook fudge is between 232-234 degrees F (111-112 degrees C).

Do you stir fudge when it's boiling? ›

Start cooking over low heat and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Don't stir for the rest of the cooking. The syrup temperature rises slowly at first, but a lot faster after 104 °C (220 °F). Don't get distracted!

How can I firm up my fudge? ›

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.

What consistency should fudge be before it sets? ›

Points to remember

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. Turn off the heat and keep stirring for 5 minutes or until the mix starts to thicken a little.

How do you cut fudge so it doesn't crumble? ›

Put both knives into a large measuring cup, add boiling water onto the knives, and before cutting the chocolate or the dessert into pieces, wipe the knife with a towel. The warm knife will easily cut through without cracking.

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