Maple bacon fudge
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A rich brown sugar fudge with maple, pecans and crumbled bacon, set in the fridge overnight. Cut into squares for gifts or a sweet and salty treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups light brown sugar
- 1 5-ounce can evaporated milk
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
- 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
Equipment
- saucepan
- candy thermometer
- stand mixer
- 8-inch round pan
Directions
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper or foil.
- Heat the brown sugar, evaporated milk, and butter over medium-high until boiling, then keep cooking until it reaches 235°F.
- Take off the heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.
- In a stand mixer, beat it with the powdered sugar and maple syrup for about 3 minutes, until thick and glossy. Fold in the pecans and bacon and spread into the pan.
- Chill overnight before slicing.
Notes
Keep airtight in the fridge for several weeks; to freeze, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag, up to 3 months. Candy thermometer: 235°F. Contains pecans and bacon (keep refrigerated).
Nutrition
Serving: 34g | Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 0.9g | Fat: 7.9g | Saturated Fat: 3.7g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 169IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.2mg
Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 36 pieces; bacon counted as cooked bacon. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.