Mackinac Island is a small island located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It is best known for its fudge and If you’re a fan of fudge, you’ll love this Mackinac Island Fudge recipe. The simplest fudge recipe you will ever try!
How to make Mackinac Island fudge?
Mackinac Island fudge is a delicious treat that can be enjoyed all year round. Making your own Mackinac island fudge at home is very easy and only takes minutes from start to finish.
Add the milk, butter, and sugars (white and brown) into a heavy pan and boil for 6 minutes, stirring constantly. This will ensure that the fudge is smooth and creamy. Once cooked, remove from heat and add vanilla extract along with confectioners sugar and cocoa powder for an extraordinary chocolatey flavor!
Once the fudge is slightly cool, pour it into a baking pan lined with parchment paper, let it cool completely, and use your spatula to help roll up the mixture into a log form. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for 20 mins. Then slice the log and cut each slice into delicious squares!
How long does Mackinac Island fudge last?
Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge and it will last one week, but this fudge is so delicious that it’s unlikely it will last that long!
Tips for the BEST Fudge:
- Use good quality pure vanilla extract and full cream butter for the best-tasting fudge recipe.
- Make sure you have all the ingredients and tools you need before you start cooking.
- Stir the milk, butter, and sugar mixture constantly or it may stick to the bottom of the pan and burn.
- When adding the vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and confectioners sugar, be sure to mix the ingredients thoroughly with a whisk – this will prevent any lumps from forming (you can use an electric whisk if you prefer).
- When you put parchment paper in the pan, make sure there is some overhang. That way you can easily remove the fudge.
How To Store:
If you’re lucky enough to have some of this delicious fudge left over, you may be wondering how to store it so that it stays fresh. Mackinac island fudge can be stored in the fridge for up to one week or in the freezer for up to three months.
When storing Mackinac Island fudge in the fridge, be sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. If you choose to freeze your Mackinac Island fudge, be sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer-safe container. By following these simple storage tips, you can enjoy your Mackinac Island fudge for weeks to come!
If you are a fan of chocolate, you will definitely love these delicious desserts as well:
- No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars
- Easy No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars
- Easy Oreo Cheesecake Bars
- Black Magic Cake
- Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
Mackinac Island Fudge
This is the best fudge recipe. Amazingly delicious and very easy to make. Just heat, stir, and set!
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (one stick)
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup granulated white sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Line an 8 x 8-inch square pan with parchment paper and set aside. Mix together the butter, milk, salt, and brown and white sugars in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil and stir continuously for 6 minutes.
- Then remove the mixture from the heat and stir in vanilla, cocoa powder, and confectioner's sugar. Stir until well combined and the fudge is smooth and shiny.
- Pour the mixture into your 8 x 8-inch prepared pan and let cool completely.
- Once the fudge is cool to the touch, with a spatula roll it into log form, wrap it in clingfilm, and place it in the freezer for 20 minutes.
- Once completely set, cut the fudge into small squares and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 171Total Fat: 7,2gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 58mgCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 0,9g
