Kentucky Bourbon Fudge

Submitted by Denibates

"This is a creamy old-fashioned fudge. Please don't skimp on the bourbon...use a fine one, such as Four Roses or Woodford Reserve. Maker's Mark is also acceptable. Always remember what every Kentuckian knows: Whiskey is no substitute for bourbon!"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 8-10

ingredients

• 4 cups sugar
• 4 tablespoons cocoa
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1⁄4 cup of good Bourbon
• 16 ounces whole pecans

directions

1. In a heavy saucepan, mix sugar and cocoa until blended.
2. Add milk and stir until blended.
3. Add heat and slowly bring mixture to a boil. Allow mixture to boil up and dissolve sugar crystals on the sides of the pan.
4. Boil until candy reaches the soft ball stage (230-240 degrees), stirring constantly.
5. To test for "soft ball stage" drop a little of the candy mixture in clean, ice cold water. If you can roll it around with your finger and it holds together, it's ready.
6. Remove from heat, and stir in bourbon.
7. "Beat" mixture with a spoon, stirring briskly until the candy starts to crust around the sides of the saucepan and the mixture thickens considerably.
8. Pour into a buttered 9x13 glass dish. Allow to cool slightly and cut into squares.
9. Press a whole pecan into the top of each square.
10. Enjoy!

Reviews

[loof751]

Decadent and delicious fudge! The bourbon flavor is noticeable but not overpowering. I liked this just as well without the pecans and next time will probably omit them. Thanks for sharing the recipe for this tasty treat! Made for Fall PAC 2012

 

[DianaEatingRichly]

Really good. Be aware it tastes like bourbon, not chocolate, which was great!

 

[stabornc]

I followed this recipe to the letter, including using a candy thermometer. After hand beating the fudge for 20 minutes, I gave up and poured it into the pan. The fudge states amazing, but it never was solid enough to eat without a spoon. The next time I make it I will reduce the milk by the amount of the bourbon and use a mixer to beat the fudge.

 

[Cindy W.]

I unfortunately didn’t have any bourbon on hand... who drank it all by the way?????? I used a mixture of mostly Jameson Irish Whiskey and a splash of Fireball. Super yummy! When I replenish my Bourbon though, I’ll be trying it again for the authenticity of the original recipe. Thanks, Cindy in ELk Grove, CA