Hershey Cocoa Fudge Recipe
Hershey Cocoa Fudge is a rich, creamy treat made with cocoa, sugar, milk, butter, and vanilla. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this classic recipe is simple yet delicious.
Equipment
- Heavy-bottomed saucepan
- Candy thermometer
- Wooden spoon
- 8 or 9-inch square baking pan
- Foil or parchment paper
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup Hershey's cocoa powder
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line an 8 or 9-inch square pan with foil or parchment paper. Grease lightly.
- In a saucepan, combine cocoa, sugar, and salt. Gradually stir in milk until well-blended.
- Heat over medium, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches a full rolling boil.
- Attach a candy thermometer and cook without stirring until the mixture reaches 234°F (soft-ball stage).
- Remove from heat; add butter and vanilla without stirring. Let cool to 110°F.
- Beat the mixture until thickened and loses gloss. Quickly spread into the prepared pan.
- Let set at room temperature, then cut into squares.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (1 Serving):
- Calories: ~815
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: ~10mg
- Carbohydrates: ~160g
- Protein: 3g