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Why is my fudge too sticky?
If your fudge turned out super sticky, or it didn’t set as it cools, it probably never got hot enough. This mistake is super easy to avoid if you use a candy thermometer and cook the fudge to the temperature specified in the recipe (usually between 234 and 239°F).
Can you fix fudge?
To reset soft fudge, return it to the pot and add in 1 to 1 1/2 cups of water per batch of fudge. Reheat your fudge until it reaches the soft-ball stage. Repeat the steps of cooling and stirring, although you will likely not need to add extra seasoning.
How do you fix fudge that didn’t set?
In many cases, the sugar, butter, and milk mixture needed to be cooked longer or to a hotter temperature. That’s usually the culprit when fudge doesn’t set. You can try reheating your fudge mixture by adding a little more evaporated milk and bringing it slowly back to the boil.
What can I do with over cooked fudge?
Soft fudge can often be saved by re-cooking and re-beating it. Simply scrape the fudge back into a saucepan and add 1.5 cups of water. Place it over low heat and stir until the fudge has dissolved and is blended with the water.
How do you harden fudge?
Put your fudge in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or so, and then freeze it for a couple hours. You can also store your fudge in the freezer to keep it fresh. Be sure to use an airtight container and take it out a few hours before you want to eat it (unless you like it cold and hard).
How do you harden fudge quickly?
Use powdered sugar. Instead of adding evaporated milk, add some powdered sugar and remix your fudge batter. The powdered sugar can help the fudge set and harden if it is resistant to doing so. Add a mixture of water and cornstarch.
What’s the best way to fix hard Fudge?
To fix soft fudge or hard fudge, simply follow these easy steps: Scrape the fudge back into a large saucepan and add 1 1/2 cups of water. Stir the fudge over low heat until it dissolves. Carefully taste the mixture, as the water probably diluted the flavor. Add more flavorings if necessary.
Why is my Fudge still sticky after hours?
Sometimes old-fashioned fudge never sets, even after hours in the refrigerator. You wait patiently, only to discover that it’s still a sticky, gummy mess. But don’t despair or throw out the entire pan of fudge: You can probably remedy the situation.
What to do if your fudge has a grainy texture?
Similarly, trying to force-cool your fudge mixture — by putting it in the fridge or setting the pot in an ice water bath — will also create a grainy texture. Allow your fudge to cool gradually and slowly for optimal results.
Why is my candy cane Fudge not setting?
Heat the fudge until it is very soft and almost liquid and add enough powdered sugar to stiffen it up. You need to cook your fudge longer so the sugar will ‘set.’ Question: Candy Cane Fudge Not Setting?