Easy 2-Step Fudge Recipe - Can You Help?

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around a request for an easy two-step fudge recipe, particularly one that can be used with the Easy Accent Decorator (EAD). Participants share their experiences with making fudge, variations they have tried, and their thoughts on using the EAD for this purpose.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions a simple fudge recipe using one bag of chocolate chips and one tub of frosting, noting variations like adding nuts or crushed candy canes.
  • Another participant shares their experience of making fudge with their daughter, highlighting the ease of preparation and positive reception at a gathering.
  • Several users discuss the use of the EAD, with mixed experiences; one found it worked well after letting the fudge set slightly, while another encountered difficulties with a messy outcome.
  • One participant describes using different baking chips and frosting flavors, suggesting that variations can be made for different tastes.
  • Another participant expresses curiosity about the consistency of the fudge when using the EAD and asks for clarification on serving methods.
  • Some participants share tips on how to prepare and serve the fudge, including using parchment paper and different serving dishes.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the use of the EAD for fudge preparation, with some participants successfully using it while others experienced challenges. There is no clear consensus on the best method for using the EAD with fudge.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and variations of the fudge recipe, reflecting a range of cooking styles and preferences within the community.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for easy dessert ideas or those interested in experimenting with the EAD may find the shared experiences and variations helpful.

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I'm looking for the two-step easy fudge recipe - the one that can be used with the EAD. I tried to do a search for it, because I was sure I had seen it on here, but couldn't find it. If any one has it - please let me know. I know it's pretty simple. Just chocolate chips and frosting, I think, but don't know the amount for each. Thanks in advance.

Dawn Trudell
Independent Kitchen Consultant
Fort Wayne, IN
 
the fudge that I have done ... it was in the celebration show folder a couple of seasons back, is just one bag of chocolate chips and one tub of frosting. I have never tried to use the EAD with it. You will have to get it to just the right temp or it won't work at all. I put it on a bar pan or in one of the bread tubes. I have also added nuts and marshmellows for rocky road or crushed candy canes in white chocolate. Peanut butter chips with crushed peanuts is good too.

all of these are the same amount of frosting to chips and go in the microwave for about 1 minute to melt

Hope this helps
 
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Thanks. That is very helpful. I read on another site about the EAD, but was curious about the consistency. I also read that it works in the cookie press? Any one have any experience trying this?
 
I did the fudge with the EAD...actually my daughter (8 yrs old at the time) did it... I had a mystery host show at my house, and made it up ahead of time, and told everyone that my 8yr old daughter did it -- how easy it is!!
It was great! everyone loved it, and the EAD made it perfect for crowds of people to pick it up and pop in their mouth! They were very cute too using the EAD.
I had no problem with the consistency.
good luck!
 
Do tell what EAD is. It is driving me crazy!!! :eek:
 
finally figured it out for myself. Easy accent decorator. Kept my brain busy for a while. How sad is that. :D
 
I was trying to figure that out myself and did just before I read what it was. LOL
 
So you used the Easy accent decorator and put spritzes on papers? How did you serve this? And does anyone have the actual recipe handy please??? I don't want to mess up with heating times or what tools to use. THANK YOU!
 
its_me_susan said:
So you used the Easy accent decorator and put spritzes on papers? How did you serve this? And does anyone have the actual recipe handy please??? I don't want to mess up with heating times or what tools to use. THANK YOU!
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You can make this in the microwave, or you can make it in the cookware and make a bigger sale!

Melt 1 bag of chocolate chips(or any other variety of baking chips) in small saute pan or sauce pan, when melted and smooth add 1 can of cake frosting (any flavor) and then spread on a piece of parchment paper. You could put the parchment paper in the square baker then pour in the fudge, place in the fridge for 20 minutes or till hard, pull the parchment paper off and slice into squares or put cooled but not firm mixture in Easy Accent Decorator and press individual candies.

Other variations:
andes candies pieces with chocolate icing = chocolate mint fudge

white chocolate chips with strawberry icing = strawberry fudge, use
heart shape cookie cutter to cut pieces and give to someone special!

peanut butter chips with vanilla icing = peanut butter fudge
 
THANK YOU!!!!

I appreciate your posting this! Do you usually make this at the start of the party or just bring in the chillzanne?

:)
 
Beth Brigham said:
..... and then spread on a piece of parchment paper. You could put the parchment paper in the square baker then pour in the fudge, place in the fridge for 20 minutes or till hard, .....
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Beth can you just spread it on a pizza stone and let harden, or does it need the baker to form? Does it need to stay refrigerated? (just thought of these questions, thanks)
 
its_me_susan said:
Beth can you just spread it on a pizza stone and let harden, or does it need the baker to form? Does it need to stay refrigerated? (just thought of these questions, thanks)
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You can spread it on parchment paper on a cutting board or any surface you like! I suggested the baker because it's a glazed stone and because people often think of fudge as in a square dish. ;)

You only refrigerate it to help set it up. I prefer my fudge COLD but if you like it room temperature it works fine!

I have made it at the start of the show and chill while I make the main recipe but I usually make it ahead of time and cut it into hearts with the creative cutters as a snack at bridal fairs. I display them in paper mini cupcake liners on the chillzanne rectangular server.
 
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Beth Brigham said:
I display them in paper mini cupcake liners on the chillzanne rectangular server.
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I love putting things in my chillzanne server! So pretty with the woven around it. :)
 
could you put the fudge in the cookie press? :rolleyes:
 
wow! great idea. I never thought of putting the chillzanne server in the woven server.
 
cher88bear said:
could you put the fudge in the cookie press? :rolleyes:
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Cher - I have tried - only once to put the fudge in the cookie press, and it was a huge mess - of course I was in a huge hurry (should have done this yesterday kind of a day!) so I don't know if it would work better if it were to set a little bit. I was very thankful to have parchment paper down when it oozed out of the cookie press that much I do know!
 
ShanaSmith said:
the fudge that I have done ... it was in the celebration show folder a couple of seasons back, is just one bag of chocolate chips and one tub of frosting. I have never tried to use the EAD with it. You will have to get it to just the right temp or it won't work at all. I put it on a bar pan or in one of the bread tubes. I have also added nuts and marshmellows for rocky road or crushed candy canes in white chocolate. Peanut butter chips with crushed peanuts is good too.

all of these are the same amount of frosting to chips and go in the microwave for about 1 minute to melt

Hope this helps
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Do you add oil to it? What size bag of chips? Thanks! (I don't have the old Seasons Best - I'm new).
 
its_me_susan said:
Do you add oil to it? What size bag of chips? Thanks! (I don't have the old Seasons Best - I'm new).
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No! Don't add anything to it - just a 12 ounce bag of chocolate chips (any flavor) and a tub of prepared frosting (any flavor to go with the chips). Melt the chocolate chips, stir in the frosting, spread, cool, cut and eat!
 
When I made peanut butter fudge, I found out that PB chips come in a 10 oz. bag, but I don't think it made any difference...it was still fabulous!!
 
I did it!!! I put the fudge in the cookie press and it worked. You do have to let it start to set up . I just put it in the fridge for a few minutes. It turned out great and it was so easy. :)
 
trouble with fudge in the EADHi! I tried putting my fudge in the EAD, but it just smooched out and made a very un-pretty mess! Should I have let it set up a little bit before I put it in the EAD? I might have been in too big of a hurry, but any tips would be great!

Leesa
 
cher88bear said:
I did it!!! I put the fudge in the cookie press and it worked. You do have to let it start to set up . I just put it in the fridge for a few minutes. It turned out great and it was so easy. :)
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OMGosh, really?? Which disk? How did you heat it? how long in the fridge? How exciting!
 
I used a few different disks the heart one seemed to work really well. I melted the chocolate chips in the batter bowl in the microwave added the frosting, and then put it in the cookie press. Then I put the cookie press in the firdge for about 7-10 min's.
 
:D :D :D I tried this fudge and it is wonderful and super easy!!!!!!! :)
 
cher88bear said:
I did it!!! I put the fudge in the cookie press and it worked. You do have to let it start to set up . I just put it in the fridge for a few minutes. It turned out great and it was so easy. :)
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Did you put it in the press really melty or cooled a bit? What about the decorator?

Has anyone microwaved their chips - - how long/
 
Hi I microwaved mine in the batter bowl. I did half the chips for about 2 minutes total. Taking out about every 30 seconds to add more and stir. I did chocolate chips and with chocolate frosting. I lined a 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper and put it in the fridge for about an hour. To top half of the fudge I used broken up walnuts. I didn't us the decorator on it though. It seemed like it might be too runny for that.
 
PamperedJess said:
Hi I microwaved mine in the batter bowl. I did half the chips for about 2 minutes total. Taking out about every 30 seconds to add more and stir. I did chocolate chips and with chocolate frosting. I lined a 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper and put it in the fridge for about an hour. To top half of the fudge I used broken up walnuts. I didn't us the decorator on it though. It seemed like it might be too runny for that.
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thank you!!! Going to try this now!
 
Saute panI used the saute pan (show the cookware!) and it worked great!
 
I melted the chocolate chips in the Large Micro Cooker. I put the whole bag in the cooker and nuked for 1 minute, stirred and then guessed at how much longer. After they were completely melted I stirred in the can of frosting. I let it sit out, stirring occasionaly for maybe 10 minutes. Then I filled my EAD, used the largest star tip, lined my large grooved cutting board ,which I had put in the freezer to chill, with waxed paper and made bite sized stars. I then put the cutting board into the fridge to firm them up.

Lee Anne
 
OMG!!!!! SOOOOO GOOOD and EASY in the decorator thing!!! I did what you all suggested and nuked 30 seconds at a time (just chips, I used dark chocolate), stirring each time. Added the frosting (also dark chocolate). I let it sit in the bowl while I laid out the mini muffin wrappers in my cookie sheet. It was the right amount of time... scooped it into decorator and spritzed in EASY!!!!

The next batch was a little tough (it had had all that time to cool), but worked well too. I am so excited!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What ingredients do I need for the Easy 2-Step Fudge Recipe?

For the Easy 2-Step Fudge Recipe, you will need sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips (or your choice of chocolate), and optional toppings like nuts or sprinkles. Make sure to have a microwave-safe bowl and a baking dish lined with parchment paper for easy removal.

How long does it take to prepare the Easy 2-Step Fudge?

The preparation time for the Easy 2-Step Fudge is quite quick. It typically takes about 5 minutes to mix the ingredients, and then you'll need to let it set in the refrigerator for about 2 hours before cutting it into squares.

Can I customize the Easy 2-Step Fudge Recipe?

Yes, you can customize the Easy 2-Step Fudge Recipe! You can use different types of chocolate (like white chocolate or dark chocolate), add flavorings such as vanilla or peppermint extract, or mix in your favorite add-ins like nuts, dried fruit, or candy pieces.

How should I store the Easy 2-Step Fudge?

To store the Easy 2-Step Fudge, keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep it longer, you can refrigerate it for up to two weeks or freeze it for up to three months. Just make sure to wrap it well to prevent freezer burn.

Can I make the Easy 2-Step Fudge in advance for a party?

Absolutely! The Easy 2-Step Fudge is perfect for making in advance. You can prepare it a few days ahead of your party and store it in the refrigerator. Just cut it into squares and serve it fresh when you're ready to enjoy it with your guests.

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