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Pecan Bourbon Fudge

By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen

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Pecan Bourbon Fudge

This recipe makes 64 servings

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Nutritional Info

Per piece: about -
cal 59
pro 0
total fat 2 g
sat. fat 1 g
carb 11 g
fibre 0
chol 5 mg
sodium 13 mg
% RDI: -
calcium 1
iron 1
vit A 1

Inspired by praline from New Orleans, this fudge isn't timid with the bourbon, which balances its sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp corn syrup
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 Pinch baking soda
  • 3 tbsp bourbon whiskey
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans

Preparation

Grease bottom and side of heavy saucepan. Add brown and granulated sugars, cream, corn syrup, butter, salt and baking soda; stir over medium-low heat until melted.

Bring to boil over medium heat; boil without stirring but brushing down side of pan with pastry brush dipped in cold water, for 4 to 6 minutes or until candy thermometer reaches 234°F (112°C), or soft-ball stage when 1 tsp (5 mL) dropped into cold water forms soft ball.

Dip bottom of saucepan in cold water for 1 minute. Let cool undisturbed on rack until lukewarm (110°F/45°C), 30 to 45 minutes.

With wooden spoon, beat in bourbon and vanilla until thickened, lightened and beginning to lose gloss, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in pecans. Immediately scrape into parchment paper-lined 8-inch (2 L) square metal cake pan, spreading evenly. Let cool until set, about 30 minutes.

Remove from pan. Using knife dipped in hot water, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) squares. (Make-ahead: Layer between waxed paper in airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.)

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