Microwave Caramel Fudge

Kittencalskitchen's Note:

This is the most delicious tasting fudge, and so easy to make, just mix, and microwave, no need to use a candy thermometer for this just make sure to cook the fudge mixture for the full 15 minutes that's what gives this fudge it's flavour and texture. Since this makes a thin layer of fudge, I sometimes make two separate batches and stack them on top of each other to make a thicker layer ---- well many mixed reviews so I am guessing that every microwave heats differently for me I always have great results!

• Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
• Prep Time: 2 hrs
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 1 8x8 in ...

• 1 cup whipping cream
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons butter (no substitutions)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large microwave-safe glass bowl (8-cup Pyrex measuring cup works well) with a spoon mix together whipping cream, white sugar and brown sugar just until combined; microwave at high for 15 minutes stirring, using a wooden spoon at half time (note: it is important that the mixture cooks in the microwave for the full 15 mins).
2. Remove from microwave (careful the bowl is HOT!).
3. Add butter and vanilla; with a spoon, mix well for about 1 minute.
4. Add chopped nuts (if using) mix.
5. Pour into a buttered 8 x 8-in square baking pan (or a smaller pan).
6. Refrigerate for 2 or more hours before cutting into small squares.
7. Delicious!

Reviews

[Chef #1321165]

I hate to say it but this turned out to be a horrible experience. My microwave was fine... no smoke, but the mixture was definitely overdone at 15 minutes. I'm curious Kittencal if you have a convection microwave oven, hence why your results are so good?

[JPerez]

The first time I made this, 15 minutes was way too long and I experienced the smoke filled kitchen that chef lightning#2000 had with a mixture that looked like tar. I decided to try again and microwaved for only 12 and a half minutes, stirring after 6. I think I'll cut it down to 12 minutes next time as the fudge is a little crumbly and I think with the shorter cooking time, it'll have a smoother consistency. Simple recipe, just a shame that microwave wattages vary so much and can wreak havoc.

[lightning #2000]

fifteen minutes in my basic microwave had smoke fumming through my house i'm affraid this recipe just didn't work out at all for me