Go Back
Hershey Cocoa Fudge
Carolina Gomez

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.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 815
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • Wooden spoon
  • 8 or 9-inch square baking pan
  • Foil or parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Line an 8 or 9-inch square pan with foil or parchment paper. Grease lightly.
  2. In a saucepan, combine cocoa, sugar, and salt. Gradually stir in milk until well-blended.
  3. Heat over medium, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches a full rolling boil.
  4. Attach a candy thermometer and cook without stirring until the mixture reaches 234°F (soft-ball stage).
  5. Remove from heat; add butter and vanilla without stirring. Let cool to 110°F.
  6. Beat the mixture until thickened and loses gloss. Quickly spread into the prepared pan.
  7. 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