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Vanilla Fudge (Russian Fudge from New Zealand)

This vanilla fudge recipe will leave you with a really soft fudge with yummy hints of vanilla. Known as Russian fudge in New Zealand.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Confectionary
Cuisine New Zealand
Servings 17 squares
Calories 112 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 330 g caster sugar
  • 50 ml whole milk
  • 50 ml condensed milk
  • 50 g unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp golden syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Butter and line your 23cm x 23cm square tin.
  • Pour the sugar and milk into the pan. Heat until the sugar has dissolved. Add the condensed milk, butter, golden syrup and vanilla. On a low heat, stir until butter has melted and all combined.
  • Turn up the heat to medium and boil the mixture until it reaches 116°c (soft ball).
  • Remove from the heat and cool slightly (about 15 mins). Using a wooden spoon, beat the mixture until it thickens and appears dull in colour. This takes about 5-10 mins.
  • Pour into your tin and cool until it sets. Once it has set, carefully remove and cut into squares.

Notes

Storage - You can store your fudge in the fridge for 2-3 weeks. You can also store your fudge in a cool, dry place, in a sealed container. 
Freezing - I haven’t personally frozen my fudge but according to Nigella, you can freeze your fudge in a large block wrapped in cling film and foil, for around 6 weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 6mgPotassium: 16mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 86IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Easy, Homemade gifts, Vanilla
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