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Prize Winning Chocolate Fudge
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Prize Winning Chocolate Fudge

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.7 (38 reviews)
Quick Summary Answer
⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Prize Winning Chocolate Fudge offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 31g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 419 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Prize Winning Chocolate Fudge offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Prize Winning Chocolate Fudge to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Prize Winning Chocolate Fudge, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • 3 oz unsweetened chocolate
  • 1 c milk
  • 3 c sugar
  • 4 T light corn syrup
  • 1/8 t salt
  • 3 T butter
  • 2 t vanilla`
  • 1/4 c walnuts,Broken

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Cut chocolate in small pieces

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Combine with milk in a heavy 3 uart saucepan

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Cook over low het, stirring constntly until milk is scalded & chocolate is melted

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Stir in sugar, corn syrup & salt Cook over mediumheat, stirring until sugar dissolves

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Cook without stirring until mixture cools reaches 236 degrees Remove from heat add butter without stirring

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Let stand, without stirring until mixture cools to lukewarm 110 degrees Add vanilla

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories419 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein31gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates42gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat12gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Prize Winning Chocolate Fudge

This chef-curated Prize Winning Chocolate Fudge offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.7 from 38 votes
Prize Winning Chocolate Fudge
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories21% DV
419 kcal
Protein62% DV
31g
Fat15% DV
12g
Carbs15% DV
42g
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Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Cut chocolate in small pieces

2

Technique & Execution: Combine with milk in a heavy 3 uart saucepan

3

Technique & Execution: Cook over low het, stirring constntly until milk is scalded & chocolate is melted

4

Technique & Execution: Stir in sugar, corn syrup & salt Cook over mediumheat, stirring until sugar dissolves

5

Technique & Execution: Cook without stirring until mixture cools reaches 236 degrees Remove from heat add butter without stirring

6

Technique & Execution: Let stand, without stirring until mixture cools to lukewarm 110 degrees Add vanilla

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Heat in a saucepan or skillet on medium heat until hot throughout.
  • Freezing: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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