Fudge

Name: Fudge
Ingredients: 8 ounces unsweetened chocolate (I like Green & Blacks), finely chopped; 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, softened; 2 (1-pound) boxes confectioners sugar; 2 large eggs, beaten; 6 tablespoons heavy cream; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract or favorite flavoring

6 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

8 ounces unsweetened chocolate (I like Green & Blacks), finely chopped
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, softened
2 (1-pound) boxes confectioners sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
6 tablespoons heavy cream
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract or favorite flavoring

Directions

1

In a bowl set over, but not touching, simmering water, or in a double boiler, combine the chocolate and butter.
2

Stir until melted and smooth.
3

Remove from the heat and add the sugar, egg, cream, and vanilla.
4

Beat the fudge with an electric mixer on medium-low speed until smooth and well blended, about 5 minutes.
5

Spoon the fudge into the prepared box or a buttered loaf pan.
6

Let sit for 1 hour or so to harden.
7

(Or go right ahead and eat some mixed into ice cream!)