Why Make This Recipe
If you love chocolate, this Hershey’s Cocoa Fudge is the perfect sweet treat. It’s rich, chocolatey, and made with simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. This recipe brings back old-fashioned fudge that melts in your mouth with every bite.
Making this fudge at home is a great way to enjoy a classic dessert without buying expensive store-bought versions. You can also control the ingredients and adjust the sweetness if you like. It’s perfect for family treats, parties, or holiday gifts.
This fudge is easy to make if you follow the steps carefully. It does not need any fancy tools or baking. Just a pot, a spoon, and a few minutes of patience. You’ll love the homemade taste and smooth texture every time.
How to Make Hershey’s Cocoa Fudge
Ingredients:
- 3 cups sugar
- 2/3 cup Hershey’s Cocoa
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups milk
- ¼ cup (1/2 stick) butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
- In a heavy saucepan, mix sugar, cocoa, and salt.
- Stir in the milk slowly. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a full boil.
- Stop stirring and let it boil until it reaches 234°F on a candy thermometer (soft-ball stage). This can take a while, so be patient.
- Remove the pot from heat. Add butter and vanilla, but do not stir.
- Cool the mixture without stirring until the temperature drops to 110°F.
- Beat the mixture until it starts to thicken and loses some of its shine.
- Quickly pour into a greased 8-inch square pan. Let it set completely.
- Cut into small squares and enjoy!
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