NO FAIL Hershey's Old-fashioned Chocolate Fudge | Just Like Grandma Use to Make

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Also, if you prefer to use a candy thermometer, you'll want around 234°-236° for the ideal temperature. Thanks for watching 😊
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[@Zeropatience1]

Ifound this recipe over a year ago and I have made it numerous times. I also shared it with my mom....it has become our (mom and myself) go to fudge! It is wonderful and has not failed once and I can honestly say I've made my grandmother's recipe many many times over the years and have failed many many many many times lol. Thank you so very much for this recipe and the great instructions! I also love your other fudge recipes and make them as well and they also have not failed me. I make these during holidays for neighbors and for my husband to take to work for everyone. Again, truly appreciate it. Have a wonderful day.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hello friend, and thank you so much for the wonderful comment. I am so happy you like our fudges and have shared them with your family and friends. We always hope that when we make videos, our KZbin friends and family will make and like our recipes. Just so you know, I have four new flavors I'll be making videos of before Christmas 🎄 😋. Hopefully, you'll be interested in trying those as well. Thanks again, so much, and have a blessed day XO 🤗

[@Zeropatience1]

​@@penguinandthechef7302 you're so very welcome and I'm so very happy to share your videos... the recipes (for your fudges) have been fabulous and is rather share it for others to succeed than not lol. I look forward to your upcoming stuff and will certainly make what you share and pass them along with others. Blessing to you and your family :-)

[@MyFiddlePlayer]

@@penguinandthechef7302 For those of us who use a candy thermometer, what temperature do you heat it to?

[@penguinandthechef7302]

@MyFiddlePlayer Hi there. I am so sorry. I should have added that. You'll cook it to 234° or soft ball stage. Hope that helps. Have a very happy and blessed new year ❤️

[@valkh83]

My mom made this but without chocolate chips hers always was perfect!

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks Val. Yes, it's so yummy isn't it? Moms cooking always was the best! ❤

[@pn8280]

Just tried this recipe today, it came out perfectly! I used to make the fudge my dad made, the old fashioned Hershey’s fudge - cook to 234 degrees, then cool to 110 degrees, then beat the heck out of it before pouring into a dish to set up. Your recipe is so much easier and tastes identical, all in far less time. I still used a candy thermometer to determine soft-ball stage, but otherwise followed the recipe, except I used butter instead of margarine. Delicious and easy and my new go-to for chocolate fudge. I’m so excited to try your other fudge recipes, thank you!

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hello there, and thank you so much! I'm so glad it brought back memories, and you also found it much easier. We like easy, but we don't like these artificial "microwave" fudges. They're just not the same. We have a few more flavors coming for this holiday season, hopefully. We hope you try those as well. Thanks so much for your wonderful comment, and have a blessed night 🤗 💛 🌙

[@galejacobson7236]

Yum love Hershey's anything lol

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Mmmm gotta love Hersheys chocolate 🍫 😋

[@kathybray7156]

Yes I wii add this in with my my Christmas goodies

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Kathy and thank you. We hope you enjoy it ❤️ 🎄 ❤️

[@lindaruckman677]

Looks do Delicious!! My Precious Mom ❤use to make hers like this and it was oh! So good! Thank You😊

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Linda and thank you so much 💓 I miss my mom too. She was always the greatest cook in our family and showed me so much. Maybe you can give this a try and bring back some cherished memories ❤️ thank you for stopping by and commenting. Please come back again XO 🤗

[@cookwithzunsar]

Wow wow wow Excellent presentation with wholesome results!!just keep grinding like that and one day you shall reap in abundance in what you are showing. You are a great inspiration so lovely shares so lovely recipes... love from Portugal. stay in touch lots of love ❤

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thank you so very much my friend ❤ have a wonderful weekend 😊

[@MartinMidlifeMisadventures]

Yummy!!! This reminds me of my childhood and you've made me want to give it a try! I haven't had luck with any fudge making and you made it look so easy, Penguin. Thank you for adding the soft ball test, that was perfect! You tow have a wonderful Saturday! xoxo ❤❤

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Ashley and Amy! Only 7 days til Christmas 🎄 my awesome friends. Yes, put your happy face on and get to making some fudge. You can do it, I have faith in you. You're a great cook. I haven't slept yet, but will snooze soon, then back into the kitchen to make more fudge and goodies. Love you all and big hugs 🎄 🎅 🤶 🎄

[@ruthsimpson8436]

I remember making the old fashioned fudge with my mom and my kids and getting it in the pan and spread out before it started to set up. I have a candy thermometer, but I do the soft ball test it's much easier,my mom and granny always did the soft ball test. I make 1 plain batch and 1 with walnuts(for my son).Looks delicious and now I want fudge😄😄😄😄..Love you both tons and a kiss to Poohdy Doo from Lola💋💜

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Ruthie, it's amazing to me the memories that come flooding back just from making fudge. I teared 😢 up earlier, because I was missing being in the kitchen with my mom. I had to stop though, cause I could hear my mom say, dust it off and get back to work, we have fudge to make lol 😆 I prefer the chocolate with nuts, but chef likes it plain. My favorite is this chocolate, but with peanut butter added. Anyway, take care, have a blessed day, and kisses to Lola from Poohdy 💚❤💚❤💚

[@jackiecrider8929]

I always cook my fudge in a deep skillet it has a handle!

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Yes, that's a good idea. Cast iron is best, but any big heavy bottom pan will do.

[@WillowsGarden]

Hi Penguin, Chef and fur babies! Hope everyone is doing good. This is the delectable fudge I love to make. I agree with Chef about the other fudges, they just aren’t like the delicious creamy old fashioned fudge. I like nuts in my fudge. Your fudge turned out beautiful, I could take a bite through the screen, lol. Have a blessed day y’all, love and hugs ❤️🤗

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks Willow. Yes, this is chef's favorite. He likes it without nuts, so I add extra chocolate lol. I'm not a plain chocolate fudge fan, it's good, but I like chocolate peanut butter fudge like I made last Vlogmas. We need to master sugar-free fudge. I know there's quick keto fudge recipes, but it's not the same. I have more fudges to make today, and ugly sweater cookies 😆 Have a great day. Lots of love and hugs your way 🤗 ❤

[@CoffeewithStephanie]

Now sure how missed this one big sis! But glad I'm watching now 💕 mmmmm......another yummy and delicious fudge 😋 I'm going to have to add fudge on next year's holiday baking. I used to bake it, but it's been awhile.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Lil sis, you should make some for Christmas in July, that way you're warmed up and if you have any problems with it, you can email me or I can give you my number and you can call me. Once you master fudge, there's so many flavors you can make. Love you all. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 ❤ 🤶

[@flowerchild7820]

Oh how I want to spend Christmas with my passed on loved ones. I always cherished the women in my family who made such wonderful and delicious foods. This judge is like my grandma made. Thank you 🙏

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks Flower. I was just commenting to Ruthie about how it amazes me how many memories this fudge brings back. I too have passed loved ones that I would love to spend time with. Someday. Anyway, thank you so much. Love and hugs to you. 🤗 ❤

[@debbiecooper1956-h5j]

If you use 1 cup of evaporated milk instead of whole milk the fudge. Will be creamier

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks for the tip, Debbie. I use evaporated milk in most of my other fudge, but my mom always used milk in this one. Definitely a good idea. Thanks again ❤️

[@mac-ju5ot]

Thank u My sister made this one year and I tried.It helps tp know what the soft stage is in water I may try this

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Mac 👋 thank you so much for stopping by and commenting. I'm sure if you follow my directions, you'll have some wonderful fudge. Just be patient and don't try to rush yourself. Merry Christmas ❤️ 🎄 🎅 ♥️

[@jackiecrider8929]

Making it now

[@penguinandthechef7302]

That's wonderful, Jackie. Thanks for the comment. I sure hope you enjoy it 💕

[@billiesteyer9367]

Yummy 😋

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Billie 👋 thanks so much. I hope you have a chance to give it a try. Thanks for stopping by our channel 💕

[@tammymtampa]

This fudge looks very good but I have a question. My husband's grandmother's fudge broke apart a little and I really liked it. I have been unable after quite some time to find a recipe for fudge that somewhat breaks apart a little when you take a bite out of it. I wonder if I cooked the fudge a bit hotter than softball stage if it would be this type of fudge that I really like. I think I will try to do that with this recipe but what do you think? Is there anyone else out there that likes this type of fudge? :)

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Tammy 👋 If you mean crumbly and creamy, then yes, this can do that after a day or two, or if you choose to cook it a little over, don't go more than one minute. I think you'll really enjoy it. Thanks for stopping by. I'll be introducing 4 new flavors over the next two weeks. Have a Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 ❤️

[@maryshearin4734]

​@@penguinandthechef73029 hu

[@tisha531]

I do!! I think this might be the recipe for it..watching it now.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

@tisha531 I hope it's what you're looking for ❤️ Merry Christmas and thanks for stopping by ❤️🎄🎅🤶🎄❤️

[@laurietaylor8340]

I make mom's hershey cocoa recioe. No problems. Intense chocolate flavor. Better thinner pieces because so rich. Well worth time. Chips do not deliver same intense flavor.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Laurie and thanks for the comment. I've been making this for years and I only did the chips as an add-on over the years. It's great with or without and yes, thinner pieces are a must due to the richness. Hope you have a very Merry Christmas 🎄🎅🤶🎄

[@DebsWay]

Oh my....YES!!!! My mouth was absolutely watering while I watched the entire process. My mother never had any problem making this delicious fudge but I had many, many fails. She never used a candy thermometer either and it always turned out fantastic. I had more success with a candy thermometer BUT I think now that's because I didn't know what that soft ball of fudge was supposed to look like!! I have saved your video to my video library and I have shared it out. You did a fantastic job! And I totally agree with the Chef: other fudges are good but this Hershey's fudge is THE BEST!! By Far!! Thanks for making it! You made an ol' gal happy this morning as I watched the process. It brought back some great memories of my childhood -- hey, licking the pan after it cooled was a "job" we kids loved -- and it made me want to make some fudge! Have a great week-end you guys!!

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks so much, Deb 🧡 I remember watching my grandma and mom make this fudge, but most times they would add peanut butter, because that's how the men in the family liked it. Chef loves this fudge most of all. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. No, no candy thermometer here. I have one, but never use it unless I'm making rock candy. I just don't trust the thermometers for this, I trust my method more, and it never lets me down. Thanks so much for sharing this video. Once the busy days get over, we'll be going back and watching your videos, so you can get WH. Anyway, we'll be sending you some fudge. I plan to have all of my packages sent out on Monday. I hope you enjoy it. Love and hugs to you all 🤗 ❤ 🎅 🤶 ❤ 🤗

[@DebsWay]

I'm anxious to try your version of this fantastic fudge. I look forward to it! Take care now!!

[@janetjohnston8243]

What size pan did you pour the fudge in and was the parchment buttered? I’ve been making this fudge learned from my mother. This is real Fudge not that creamy stuff. LOL

[@penguinandthechef7302]

It was s 9x13 cookie sheet and the paper was lightly butter sprayed. 😃 ❤️

[@nataleatotten4773]

You don’t beat yours with a wooden spoon till it loses glossiness?

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Natale 👋 No, we don't find it necessary. We just want that creamy, fudge-like texture. Seems it glosses a bit no matter what, but we don't mind. Hope you try it and enjoy it. I've been making this for over 40 years. Thank you so much for stopping by and commenting. We have a few other fudge recipes up as well. Have a blessed night ❤️

[@delicious5378]

Great video my dear friend

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thank you for watching 👀 🙏 ❤

[@yayayaya-ul7ul]

I will be back with comment #2 after i make this for part of my Christmas presents this year.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hello and thank you so much for stopping by and commenting. I hope your friends and family enjoy the fudge 🎄❤️ 🎄

[@conniegnesda9720]

This is my favorite fudge but it either turns out too soft or hard as a brick. Lol I am going to give it a try again.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Connie 👋 doing the soft ball stage test is very important. If you follow my exact directions, you should turn out an amazing fudge. Please let me know, and thank you for commenting ❤️🎄🎅🤶🎄❤️

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hello everyone and happy fall! Christmas isn’t far away, as we all know, and just wanted to let you all know that we have several videos with different fudge flavors. I'll also be making some new videos before long, with a few new flavors. Hope you enjoy and thank you for watching ❤

[@darlenemylifewithparkinsons]

Old timey fudge is the best. Take care

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Yes, thanks Darlene. It's chef's favorite 😊

[@valcurley6365]

hey my fave peeps.....awesome intro.....that is a different way to make fudge...never done that way before will have to try...rolling..rolling.rolling..keep that fudge rolling...Penguin.......lol.....damm that looks so good....i could just reach in there and pinch a piece of goodness....awesome job Penguin...go get some sleep...stay safe and warm ....till next adventure.....loveya to the moon through the stars and back.....XXXXX00000

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks Val and wish I would have had this done before we sent your box out. I think you'd like it lots. Yes, I'm still awake. I just can't fall asleep, even though I'm very tired. I just took some ibuprofen and put some Chinese medicine on my nose and eyelids. I'll be zonked soon. I have lots to get done today and need at least 3 hours of sleep. Love you so very much. Have a wonderful, safe day, and I'll text ya later XO XO XO 🎅 🤶 ❤ 💚

[@ullarice4692]

On your way when would I add my peanut butter. My mother added peanut butter.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Ulla. You would add the peanut butter after you remove the pan from the heat. I believe we have a separate video for chocolate peanut butter fudge. If I can find it, I'll add the link here for you. Happy 4th of July ❤️ 🤍 💙

[@penguinandthechef7302]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6evdYaml91sesU Here's the link, Ulla. Yummy fudge 😋

[@TheArchanan5458]

No vanilla extract?

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Yes, there is vanilla extract. One tsp.

[@maryrobinson4619]

Can you use butter instead of margarine

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Mary, thanks for the comment. If you want the better results and taste, you'll use margarine. We have made it with real butter before and trust me, it wasn't as good. ❤️

[@mariapinto9886]

Hi greetings from Mumbai India choc fudge looks yum..btw how many gms was d milk choc n can it be set in the frig

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thank you so much. Yes, it can be set in the fridge or not. I'm not sure how many grams. You would have to convert it. 🎄

[@mariapinto9886]

@@penguinandthechef7302I dint hear clearly was it oz

[@penguinandthechef7302]

@@mariapinto9886 The bagged chocolate was 6 ounces. The powder was 2/3 cups

[@MelissaHorton-f8m]

How long set on counter

[@MelissaHorton-f8m]

Please tell me how long on counter

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Melissa..do you mean how long cook time? If so, you'll want to set the timer for 5 minutes at medium heat, stirring constantly. Be careful to not get burned as the chocolate will bubble.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

All of the instructions are in the video. Everything is explained out step-by-step. As far as leaving it out, it can be left out for a few days in an airtight container, or you can refrigerate it. If you refrigerate it, it needs to be covered to prevent drying out. I hope this helps. Thank you for commenting.

[@deejo2]

What's the benefit of adding the chocolate chips?

[@penguinandthechef7302]

We can never have too much chocolate 😊 besides, my sis n law likes that added chips. Adding them last keeps them from melting all the way and gives thar extra yummy fudge bite. It's optional though. 🎄

[@deejo2]

@@penguinandthechef7302 Thank you. Definitely sounds like a great thing to try. Whoever heard of too much chocolate? Lol

[@colleenpiechowski8511]

Why do you have burn harzard on your stove? I realize there is not an open flame, but that is not right.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Colleen 👋 What are you referring to when you say burn hazard?

[@phoebebennett4818]

Why not put the butter in at the beginning

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Phoebe. That's a good question. To me, it affects the soft ball stage, plus it takes away from the glimmer of the fudge. Mu mom always did it this way, and sometimes Mama's ways are not to be questioned, lol. If you like buttered popcorn, then stay tuned for my next goodie coming up. Hopefully, over the weekend, once we have the big C virus out of our house. Thank you so much for the question. I hope you make this. If you follow my direction, it will not fail you. I have several other fudge videos on YT as well. Merry Christmas ❤️🎄🎅🤶🎄❤️

[@TheArchanan5458]

You must like gritty fudge. You are not suppose to stir after it starts to boil.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

You must not have made this before leaving an inexperienced comment. This fudge is creamy in every way. No grit to it unless you don't stir it. Have a wonderful day. 😊

[@TheArchanan5458]

@@penguinandthechef7302 🤣 I have been making this fudge for 40+ years. You do not stir it while it boils. You are a joke. Have a nice day. 🙂

[@colleenpiechowski8511]

You keep saying keep stirring the "butter" in. I thought you said margarine.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hello Colleen 👋 If I did butter, I meant margarine. You're the only one that commented on my error, so I'm assuming most people know, as margarine is the ingredient and not butter. Have a wonderful day 😊

[@wolchfam]

Vanilla?

[@penguinandthechef7302]

1 tsp of vanilla extract. Thank you. ❤️

[@jackiecrider8929]

Like hot lava and it hurts! Be careful!

[@penguinandthechef7302]

I hope you're ok. I said in my video about being careful and keeping kids away too when cooking because of the hot bubbles. Always be careful when making fudge, especially chocolate 🍫

[@brendagill8233]

Need to use some other kind of chocklate

[@penguinandthechef7302]

You don't like that chocolate, Brenda? Any suggestions? We like it the way it is, but always open to trying something new. 😊

[@barnabasschuler9025]

Use a deep pan

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Barnabas 👋 the pan I use is a 9x13 cookie sheet with 1" sides. I hope that helps ❤️

[@kristymiller1133]

Gosh darn it, its too hard. What did I do wrong?

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Kristy. Don't panic. If it's too hard, you overcooked it by even a minute. You have to remember to reduce the temperature as soon as it starts to boil. If it's too hard, you can either microwave it at 1 minute increments with a glass of water in the microwave with it, so the fudge absorbs the steam (don't microwave a metal pan though. Put it in a microwave safe dish) or, you can put all the fudge back in the pan with 1 cup of water and let the fudge melt down completely and then re-pour it. If you'd rather use milk instead of water, that's OK too. Don't throw it out. Hope this helps. Let me know.

[@kristymiller1133]

​@@penguinandthechef7302I'm going to try it with milk, I'll let you know what happens. Thank you.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Kristy 👋 just checking in. How did it go?

[@kristymiller1133]

​@@penguinandthechef7302, I think 1 cup of milk was too much. It didn't set up.... I'm getting discouraged.

[@kristymiller1133]

​@@penguinandthechef7302was I supposed to bring it back up to 234° or just melt the chocolate?

[@cheryl3505]

That's not old fashioned fudge .. my grandpa use to use Hershey cocoa and milk n butter sugar all that in a pan . He never measured any thing he used a deep metal pan .he never added in chocolate chips.. this isn't even close to my grandpa's fudge ..

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Well thanks for stopping by Cheryl, but no disrespect to your grandpa, but others may not consider his as old fashioned fudge. To each their own. Have a wonderful night 😊

[@leerogers8033]

Too much talk lol

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Yak yak yak

[@Allenmassageguy]

I never saw it take anybody so long to a scoop chocolate powder out of a container. Omg😮

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Merry Christmas 🤶 🎄 to you too! 😊

[@nanceemalenfant9315]

Why use chocolate chips? I would not use those and I put 3cups sugar and 1 1/2 c milk .

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Nancy 👋 thanks for the comment. My family likes it extra chocolatey, so it was something we added. As for sugar content, well, that's what my grandmas recipe called for. Sounds like you have a recipe that works well for you, so definitely stick with what works. Have a great week. 😊

[@IMOO1896]

When stirring on the stove it’s helpful to use a utensil with a very flat edge; a rounded edge tool only only gets a point from the bottom of the pan. Look for that in either Silicone or wood. Also cut the stick of butter into cubes, you get a quicker melt. I can’t wait to try this today. Many thanks!

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Sandy, and thank you. I made a new video yesterday that will post probably tomorrow (or as soon as I have time to edit), and you'll see I did exactly what you just suggested to me, lol. I used a wooden utensil and cut my butter into smaller pieces, lol. Thanks again for the great ideas. I'm always open to better ways. I hope you enjoy the fudge. Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ❤️🎄🎅🤶🎄❤️

[@skylarfierros]

Saw this across my feed and just had to give this recipe a try. I’ve had so many traditional fudge recipes fail but this one is absolutely flawless. The directions were easy to follow and the resulting fudge is luscious, creamy and intensely chocolaty with a taste reminiscent of high quality brownies. Thank you so much Penguin! Now I’m going to check out more of your videos.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thank you so much for giving it a try 😊 We always try to make our instructions as easy to follow as possible. We know most people don't like longer videos, but in order to show detail, we have to make them longer than normal. I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and thank you so much for the very kind comment. We appreciate you. Have a blessed week 💕 🤗 💕

[@Cynthia00007]

Butter instead of margarine 😊

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Nope, been there tried that lol

[@michelesylvis9061]

IT IS THE GREATEST FUDGE I EVER TASTED YOU WILL LOVE IT

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Michele 👋 thank you so much, friend 💗 I am so glad you enjoy it as much as we all do. Thanks so much for your comment. I hope you have a fun and safe 4th of July 🎆 ❤️ 🇺🇸 💙 🎆

[@denastanley2255]

I use to catch my mom making this After everyone went to bed. And she would deny having a sweet tooth😅. Loved this cooked fudge.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Haha, thanks, Dena. That's a cute story. My parents never denied having a sweet tooth, but my dad used to deny liking pizza. I remember being a teenager, and sometimes he would say at night "hey sis, why don't you call and order a pizza if you want?" I knew that meant Dad wanted a piece of pizza. When it would arrive, I'd ask him if he wanted a piece, and his reply was always, "Oh heck, I'll try a piece," then he would eat another lol. Funny memories 😄 🤣 thanks for sharing yours ❤️

[@pallavisreetambraparni6995]

Very thorough explanation on how to make yummy yummy fudge

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks so much 🙏 💓 ☺️

[@jet64054]

Can you do the same with peanut butter? The same process

[@penguinandthechef7302]

If you're wanting chocolate peanut butter fudge, I have a separate video for that. I also have a video if you're wanting just peanut butter fudge. I have quite a few flavors .

[@paintnknitter]

I followed the Hershey recipe twice, and it hardened as I was getting into the pan. I wonder why they have you wait until 100 degrees to put it in the pan. I like how yours poured in.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi pain, and thank you. I don't know why Hershey recipe states that, but honestly, I feel that using candy thermometers can just be confusing. As I always say, put burner on high just long enough to bring it to a boil, then immediately reduce to medium and boil 5 minutes, at which point I so the softball stage and if I get the soft ball, I remove it from heat and add my last ingredients. Sometimes, these places make it more difficult, and it scares people off. I hope you had a nice Christmas and have a blessed New Year. Oh, and I'll be posting two new fudge flavors tomorrow, in case you'd like to see. Take care ❤️

[@paintnknitter]

Thank you! Happy holidays to you 😊

[@5toed-lizard.]

If you don’t wanna do the softball stage, get a candy thermometer and take it off the heat at 235°F

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Good morning, and thank you. I grew up watching my mom make fudges all during the holiday season, and this is just what I'm accustomed to. I did try candy thermometers a time or two, and honestly, I trust myself more lol I've been making fudges so long now that it's almost just the time, smell, and consistency without even doing the softball stage. Do you make fudges often? Have a favorite?

[@5toed-lizard.]

@@penguinandthechef7302 yes it took years and years of making it and with a good teacher on the other hand, you’re teaching the recipe to different age group without the experience so it could be helpful if you just gave the softball 234 or 235 degrees temperature to them and let them decide whether they go by smell and bubbles or temperature

[@penguinandthechef7302]

@5toed-lizard. I'm pretty sure I did that in my video or in the description box. I can always add it. Thanks, and have a great weekend 😊

[@marymccombs8289]

Old fashioned fudge is so good. I'll have to try it with the added chocolate chips. We usually made ours by adding black walnuts. My dad used to gather, hull, Crack and pick by hand. Can't get any fresher than that!

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Mary! That sounds wonderful. Nothing better than fresh walnuts, except the better memories that come with them. In our recipe, we just like the added chocolate chips, just gives an extra special something without overdoing it. We also have videos for peanut butter fudge, chocolate-peanut butter, maple, maple walnut, white chocolate-black raspberry, snickerdoodle, and Mocha frappe. We'll have new flavors this Christmas that I'll share as well. Thank you for sharing your memories. I love these types of comments XO 🤗 😘 💕

[@marymccombs8289]

@@penguinandthechef7302 The recipes you listed sound so good! The maple fudge is one that has always interested me, but I've never tried. I'll have to look up your video and give it a try - maybe for our Christmas candy gifts.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

@marymccombs8289 Thanks Mary. I guarantee if you follow my directions, it will be no fail and so delicious. Your family, like mine, will want you to make fudge every Christmas 🎄 lol

[@nanceemalenfant9315]

I have always been told stir until you lose the gloss .

[@penguinandthechef7302]

I've heard that before, too, Nancee, but it's not necessary with our recipe. All I know is I've been making this for around 30 years, and it always turns out. I try to be very step-by-step in my videos, which is why they're too long sometimes, but I want whomever makes this to have success.

[@jaya_anil]

looks very tasty .thanks for sharing friends 👍❤️💚

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks Jaya ❤ have a wonderful day sis 😘

[@NishatkitchenNRemedies]

Wow yummy tasty big like have a nice day

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks my friends. We hope you have a good night 😴 🥱 🌃 🌙 😊

[@nancyb686]

Can I add peanut butter and leave morsels out? Wonderful thank you!

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Nancy. Yes, you can do that. Add about 2-3 heaping tablespoons, however, I would recommend using what I use, and that's Great Value peanut butter. I used to use Jif all the time, but it's changed and it's more oily, which can affect the set up. Hope that helps. I have several fudge flavors on my stove top fudge Playlist, and more coming for Valentine's Day. Take care XO 🤗

[@nancyb686]

@@penguinandthechef7302thank you so much ❤

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Nancy ❤️ you're most welcome my friend. Have a great weekend 😊

[@hanschristianbrando5588]

You can even do this in the microwave. In a buttered plastic bowl mix the sugar, cocoa, and milk, and nuke it for 2:22. Cold water test it, stir it a bit, scraping the sides of the bowl, and it will probably need another 2:22. Cold water test it again; if it hasn't reached soft ball stage, back in the microwave in 30 second increments until it does. Then add the butter-or-margarine and vanilla, and beat it until it thickens. If you undercook it, it won't harden (at least it will be great on ice cream); if you overcook it, you have chocolate concrete. This fudge isn't as sweet as the marshmallow kind.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Hans 👋 thanks for sharing that. I would be terrified to make it in the microwave lol. I've always done stove top. Maybe one day I'll get brave and give it a try. It would definitely save time though. Thanks again for sharing and have a very happy new year 2024 🥳

[@Mainehauls]

Hi Penguin looks delicious 😋

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks so much Angel 🥰

[@kennymartin379]

I was wondering the other people on the other KZbin they put salt in their did you just put regular milk in it

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Kenny. No salt and I used whole milk. Happy New Year's Eve ✨️

[@francisgerry3883]

The big red and green print around you video is VERY irritating trying to watch .

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Sorry about that, Francis. Will keep that in mind for future videos. Have a Merry Christmas 🎄

[@KKreate101]

Are you using butter or margarine? It seems you used both terms through out the video.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

I used margarine. I may have said butter on accident. I only use margarine in my fudge recipes. Thanks for stopping by. Have a Merry Christmas 🎅

[@smc130]

Is there some reason you are you using this skillet pan instead of a saucepan?

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hello friend ❤️ the reason I use a skillet is so the heat is more widely disbursed. Takes less time to reach that soft ball stage I look for. Hope that helps. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 🤶

[@brendamorales274]

Is this the hard fudge or is it the soft kind of fudge I like mine hard like my grandmother's

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Brenda. It's a bit of both. The outside has the traditional "bite" in fudge, but also melts in your mouth. It's definitely a fudge you cut and not spoon lol Hope that helps. Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 🤶

[@Простыеивкусныерецепты-м3л]

Очень аппетитно 😋😋👍

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks bunches my friend 😘

[@cherylwantland4492]

can you add peanut butter to this? just wondering

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Cheryl 👋 here is our video recipe for our old-fashioned chocolate-peanut butter fudge. It's a winner, for sure. If you want that yummy chocolate pb flavor, this one is for you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6evdYaml91sesUsi=kPmscFHrtTjAha06 Hope this helps and Merry Christmas 🎄🎅🤶🎄

[@Marcuswelby-nx2te]

Softball stage in five minutes.Other recipes said it had to be cooked a lot longer.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Marcus (haha, I remember that show) 😄 Anyway, I've been making this for years. If you cook over medium high heat (I believe I show the burner temp on video, I'm not sure, but yes, five minutes AFTER it starts boiling. You need to stir continuously. It's nice if you have someone who can help get the cold water for you so you don't have to stop stirring. Trust me, I wouldn't have posted it if it's not a good family recipe. I always try to give detailed instructions and show every step. Remember, medium hi heat, stir constantly. Once the boiling starts, set the timer. Hope that helps. 💕

[@Marcuswelby-nx2te]

My grandma made this every year for me.Marcus welby needs an appointment to examine your fudge.👍

[@penguinandthechef7302]

@Marcuswelby-nx2te Haha, yes for sure. That was a great show. I really liked Robert Young. I started watching him in Father Knows Best recently too. Great wholesome show. 😊

[@CharlieB.-]

I’m so going to make this! Thanks ❤

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Charlie and thank you ❤️ I hope you enjoy. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you XO ❤️🎄🎅🤶🎄❤️

[@J.Franco-e4t]

What size pan did you use???

[@penguinandthechef7302]

I used a 13 x 9 cookie sheet to spread it out in, and I used a 12" regular skillet to cook it in. I hope that helps. Thanks for stopping by 🤗

[@cyrus649]

can you use butter instead?

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thanks for stopping by and leaving a question. Unfortunately, real butter won't work as well, because it affects the consistency. We have tried before. 😞 sorry 💕

[@cyrus649]

@@penguinandthechef7302 thanks

[@melissastockton1525]

Thank u

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Melissa 👋 thank you for stopping by. Have a wonderful rest of the week ❤️

[@Marcuswelby-nx2te]

Have you made any other flavors of fudge?

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Hi Marcus 👋 (Dr. Welby lol) I do have some other videos out. I made peanut butter fudge, chocolate-peanut butter fudge, maple fudge, white chocolate raspberry, Mocha frappe fudge, snickerdoodle fudge, and not sure what others. You'd just have to type in penguin and the chef fudge. I have new flavors coming this December 😋

[@Marcuswelby-nx2te]

I like your sense of humor.😀

[@penguinandthechef7302]

@Marcuswelby-nx2te Thank you. In this world, we have to laugh. If we didn't, we would cry. I went thru so much last year and God blessed me, so yah, I try to be happy and fun. I've always been a fun and happy person anyway, just more now lol 😆 Did you find those other fudge videos? Any particular flavor you're looking for?

[@Marcuswelby-nx2te]

I hope things will look up for you.Yes I was looking for maple peanut butter and vanilla

[@penguinandthechef7302]

Thank you 😊 Things are LQQKing up. I have a video on peanut butter and maple and maple walnut. They're so 😋 good. So, you want a maple-peanut butter and plain vanilla fudge? Those are easily doable. This year, I'm doing buttered popcorn fudge (that's only one flavor I'm telling), lol 😆

[@maryp8838]

My mother never put chips in.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

My mother didn't either. This is my own addition. It's Great, honestly. Just give it a try. Thanks ❤️

[@michaeldeighan8294]

Couldn’t take the margarine comments after watching you use butter. Never mentioned the pinch of salt. To each there own. Good luck.

[@penguinandthechef7302]

I only use margarine when making fudge, including this one. Hope you have a great weekend 😊