Easiest fudge I've ever made. I'm paused at 9:12 and mine is already cooling on the counter. You instill me with so much confidence and I've rediscovered my love of cooking and baking for my loved ones through your channel. Thank you so much for bringing that spark back into my life. Compliments from my friends and family as well, they're all big fans of the food you're teaching me to make. lol
I've been making this kind of fudge for quite a while. For Christmas, I sprinkle with crushed candy canes or sub some of the chocolate with Andes Mints. Delish. Peanut butter 'fudge' is awesome. Especially when you take a bite of it with a bite of the plain fudge. Like a Reese Cup.
The Reese's Pieces sounds yummy! When, would you put it in? Does anyone know what size that glass pan is? 8 x 8.or 9 x 9? Or even the Yorks peppermint patties! Just break them up, just like you would with reese's, you would break them up too! Just you don't want them to melt, so, when do you put them in?? I would "assume" at very end, before it sets.
@@sharonsocoloski5485 Yes. You add the Reese's Pieces at the very end. I press them into the soft fudge and put it in the fridge to set. I sometimes add a little instant coffee granules. 😋 You can put it in a square baking dish, glass or otherwise. What size pan depends on how thin or thick you want your fudge. We like them about 1/2" thick. We cut them into bite sized squares because it's very rich. I love York peppermint patties! Mint and chocolate and peanut butter and chocolate are the perfect marriage of flavors, IMO. You can top them with salted toasted nuts, peanuts or even toasted sesame seeds. Sometimes I sprinkle a little Kosher salt on top. The salt really enhances the chocolate while cutting the sweetness. I sometimes use dark chocolate instead of milk or semi-sweet. I like dried cranberries with dark chocolate. There are so many varieties you can make. I'm a chocoholic so I could go on and on about it. 🍫
We made my grandpa's fudge recipe and it never set up. So all the adults were crowded around a glass dish with spoons. I think we even poured some over popcorn. Fudge in *any* form is never a bad thing. ;-)
I love the fact that you talk about the quality of the utensils. It can make a huge difference and that is why some people think that no matter what they do, they are rubbish at cooking or baking. Also you are adorable, your husband and kids are so lucky to have you!
I make this fudge often, and I found a cool trick. After you make the fudge, put 150 g of milk or 175 g of water in the still fudge coated pot, and heat on medium while stirring. It makes the pot much easier to clean, and you get hot chocolate! For added simplicity and sweetened condensed milk flavour, I pour it in the condensed milk cans.
@@vreed8755 I'd say skip the water. It's gonna make the hot chocolate taste yucky. Never heard of adding hot water to make hot chocolate. It's milk+chocolate.
@@btsarmyforever3816 Using hot water to make hot chocolate is not uncommon. My kids actually preferred it over milk when making the swiss miss. Now some of the best hot chocolate in my opinion comes in pod form that you make with hot water in the Keurig.
@@winstonwolf6791 Idk abt the pod stuff. Isn't found in my country. I once tried making hot chocolate with Hershey's hot chocolate powder and hot water. It tasted floury and awful. I make hot chocolate with cocoa pellets and they are way better. Very smooth. No floury taste. Coco powder works best in cakes. In any other dish, especially liquids, it tastes floury. It's like the powder needs to be baked/cooked in thick form. If it's in liquid, it's not working. A lot of places that serve good hot chocolate never use the powder. Only the pellets.
When I was in the Air Force a young Lt shared her recipe for this fudge, but she rolled them into “bite size” balls and then rolled them in crushed walnuts, coconut, or powdered sugar...they were delicious! Thanks Madelana!
I have been using this basic recipe for years. I add a bit more chocolate (14-16oz instead of 12oz) cuz I add a bit of liquor (Amaretto, Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, etc) and its always been a big hit at family gatherings and holiday work parties.
I've been making easy fudge for years but people who end up having to try it because I usually gift it to friends and family think it's high-end in gourmet. My favorite is white chocolate with cranberries and chocolate nuts and also the most requested. Love watching your videos!
I have been wondering about this for a couple weeks, so you can substitute white chocolate chips? It sounds like it works well for you. I’m gonna try that. Also, if you can’t find bitter sweet chocolate, can you use dark chocolate chips? The first time I tried 3/4 dark chocolate chips and an extra 1/4 of milk chocolate. Also, is dipping/baking almond bark work? I live in a small town so a bit limited on options. I hope to hear from someone soon. Warmest Wishes, Sarah
@@Cowgirl4God Hello Sarah, just reviewing the recipe and comments today. Saw 😔 that no one had responded to you… YES! You can interchange and mix and match all different kinds of “chips”. No problem at all. Will only modify taste, not the consistency. Just keep the measurements equal and you should be good to go! Hope this helps. All the best to you.
I love copper but PLEASE BE WARNED they damage very easily and the copper goes black with a naked flame. If the tin coating comes away from the inside you're basically poisoning yourself ... be careful
John Kean good advice. I like my set of stainless steel pots and my cast iron/enamel ones the best. I do have vintage copper-looking jelly moulds but they are actually anodised aluminium. I have a vintage aluminium egg poacher but that is the limit, once aluminium is pitted, it becomes hazardous so I don’t use aluminium saucepans or pots. When I was searching for a hotpot, I took a magnet with me to ensure they weren’t fake - fake ones don’t work on induction stoves too. Phew, cooking is complicated. It’s kitchen alchemy.
I have 2 solid copper pans and they have become carbonized on the inside from burned food. I decided to leave them like that instead of having them tinned. They work like a dream when I use them for anything fried or sautéed. And they were a steal for $3 & $6 for a 6" & an 8" pan respectively at a thrift store overseas. They had NO idea what they were. Bronze handles on both, and the original bronze rivets too holding the handles on the pans. I couldn't believe my luck.
John, there’s absolutely no way anyone could help but love you! You are so funny, and your recipes are THE best! My love to you and your beautiful family.
My mom found this recipe in 1980. She made it for Christmas that year (she added walnuts) and everyone LOVED it. I still make it. It's foolproof, so easy and YUMMY!
I had to laugh... "I'm going to pop a paper towel on it to keep it safe." A paper towel will NOT keep fudge safe from me or anyone else in my house. Even a padlocked cabinet would only prove to be a slight challenge. hahahaha
I love how people say to put sweets in cabinets so you aren’t tempted. That will not work for me you’ll have to put a lock on the cabinet I’ll sit there guessing for an hour😂
Planttation , and? Everyone’s who watches this channel knows he has a husband a two children does that makes a person automatically unattractive to other people?
I just made this recipe from your website a couple of hours ago, made a half batch and am going to make a half batch of your peanut butter fudge and layer over the top. Love your recipes and videos!
I've made this a few times, definitely use a quality chocolate as it makes a BIG difference. Also you can add stuff like chunks of white chocolate, crushed Oreos, nuts... It adds texture and makes it all the more delicious!
I make this recipe every Christmas in several different flavors and last year got all fancy and layered two flavors! So pretty and so delicious--(1) milk chocolate topped with white chocolate/smashed candy cane and (3) milk chocolate topped with dark chocolate with chopped pecans pressed into it and (3) semi sweet chocolate fudge topped with crunchy peanut butter fudge! Looks complicated, but it is essy-peasy.
I make this every year! My personal favorite is to make it in layers- one batch of regular (or dark) fudge, then a half batch on top of white chocolate with a little flavor and a drop of food coloring. Milk chocolate orange is a frequent request, but dark chocolate mint is my favorite.
corkscrewfork this reminded me of when I was 13 and made three layer, three flavor fudge for my family. Dear god that was a nightmare, it was super delicious but white chocolate fudge is *unbelievably* hard to clean off of a bowl.
I absolutely love the way you cover the two measurement basis. I live in the UK so I use the metric measurement. You using both makes it so much easier to follow your recipes. I love this fudge recipe and will definitely be make it very, very soon. Thank you :)
I just made this about 10 minutes ago and it's currently on the counter setting up. It was even easier to make than I thought it would be; the chocolate melts so fast! I made a couple changes though; I only used bittersweet chocolate because I couldn't find the other kind, and I added twice as much instant espresso because I like coffee and hope the flavor comes through a little. Thanks for the recipe 😁
I have made this in the past with pecan nuts, chunks of Snickers/Twix, Maltesers, marshmallows (used white chocolate for that one), cookies ... Next on the list: roasted hazelnuts :-)
I always make this at Christmas. You can simplify it, and avoid problems with burnt chocolate by microwaving the milk in a large bowl. Get the milk really hot, and then stir in the chocolate. Let the hot milk melt the chocolate, then add in any extras and stir well. Pour into a prepared pan and continue on as in your demonstration. I’m so glad you showed this recipe because I think it is superior to the old fashioned cocoa and milk or even marshmallow recipes...no crystallization to worry about! I love your channel! PS...don’t be tempted to melt the chocolate with the milk, as the microwave will burn chocolate very quickly.
Your husband is so lucky that you're the kitchen king! I'm just happy that you share your amazing recipes. You're so pleasant and funny. Thank you. 🧈🧂🥧🎂🍰🍩🧇🥯
Perfect recipe! Turned out so good. I actually halted the walnuts and added a half cup of wine soaked dried cranberries. And 1 tsp of chocolate wine. Amazing!
I had just bought a salted caramel and peanut fudge, and came across this video, I'm making this, it looks so delicious, and your never to old to watch "The Dark Crystal " 💝⚘💜 thank you, love your channel
The Netflix reboot of the Dark Crystal is beyond fantastic! I am a fan of the original as well. I've been telling everyone I can to watch because it its absolutely amazing. I'm getting a stand mixer for Christmas and can't wait to start baking with my family and trying your recipes.
I love how he whispers "small town gossip". I love a good two ingredient fudge!! Love that the Goat gets an opinion. This is such an amazing channel, it's so soothing and calm and reassuring that if ou do manage to mess it up it is not the end of the world.
I used to live with a couple during my high school years. I remember when Mary would make fudge during the Christmas holidays. It’s a nostalgic memory.
I've made this with coconut & white chocolate . You roll them into walnut size balls and serve them in paper cases. They do look spectacular. Great recipe John.
My heart exploded when you mentioned your husband🥺 I’m new to to the channel and it caught me off guard (in a happy way) because I’m a girl with a girlfriend :D maybe I can make your fudge for her😳
I know this video is old in internet age, but I wanted to tell you that this video made me smile. I really enjoyed your energy and the way you explain the how and why. I'm going to try this for Christmas.
‘‘Twas The Night Before Christmas” when it was decided that Christmas would be at my house! I cleaned everything till it shined, sterilized everything necessary (I have an autoimmune disease and I get very sick very easily, so I have to be cautious and vigilant about what’s being touched in my house) and by then it was 6pm and I was just starting my snacks. I came across this post about a week ago and knew I had to make it. Now, here I am at 9:30ish and I’m just starting my fudge followed by my irresistible pecan pie and Chex mix. I hope to be in bed by 11, but the more recipes I come across, the more things I wanna make! Darn you Preppy Kitchen 😂😉!! I’m gonna gain 10 pounds before breakfast even gets here 😅🤪🙃. Thanks for the awesome recipes and I look forward to discovering even more delicious treats!
I tried your chocolate fudge recipe...just kept it to cool it down..but it was so easy and great for a first timer..Thank you for all the tips..they were really helpful
Every single Thanksgiving my kids embarrass me and talk about my "chainsaw fudge." Yes, a recipe with the candy thermometer. No, I did not know what I was doing. No, I did not use parchment paper. It was a disaster. You would think all my culinary masterpieces of the last 25 years would be remembered, but no. Chainsaw fudge is what I am remembered for. I may just make this and have it on hand for the inevitable story time next week!!!
double-boiler makes melting easier if concerned about burning and often I've used the microwave when in a hurry. My mom used to make this every year at Christmas! great recipe! super easy!
I like how you take your time to explain things. When people talk a mile a minute I can't retain what they are saying. My mom always made fudge. None of us ever could understand why her fudge never became a solid. We had to use a spoon to eat it. It was still very good. I wanted to make fudge this Christmas for my family like mom did for the Holidays (but I want mine to be a solid) and I couldn't remember all the measurements of ingredients she used. She used marshmallow cream as one of the ingredients. She used sugar, chocolate chips and condensed milk. The fudge you made looked good. I also see that you did not use marshmallow cream. So maybe that was why hers was a liquid. Anyhow I have subscribed to your channel and I'm going to try your fudge. Thank you for the video.
Love your videos. My mom used to make homemade fudge when I was growing up but she would always cook it In an iron skillet. But the thing about the iron she had to be extremely careful, careful about under stirring and over stirring and taking it out just the right time cause it was so easy to burn. So even though cooking fudge in iron skillet is engraved in my brain, I'm thinking maybe that's not the best idea? Going to make fudge for Christmas day i hope it works out. 🙃
TODAY IS YHE DAY!!! I’m making your Fudge and then I am going to attempt to make your delicious, looking, fluffy, cloudy, marshmallows! I love love, love your channel what a lucky husband you have and children
"The Dark Crystal"! That just brought back fun memories of my childhood. I think I may need to find it online and watch it again, just for old time's sake.
When you mentioned The Dark Crystal and quoted Chamberlin that really made me grin XD That movie is so creepy, haha! Yet so nostalgic. I like The Labyrinth too :p
When will your baking show air?? You’re amazing and super easy to watch because of your obvious love of baking and easy explanations. Edit: I forgot to say that I cannot wait to make this using my homemade sweetened condensed milk. It’s even more delicious than the canned milk!
Yum yum yum, i made 160 little fudges for a charity thing. I added orange zest, gingerbread spices and amaretto 🤩. I cut the fudge with a metal icing scraper, it works really good!! Thanks for this easy recipe 🙂
John, Dinner Party Tonight hostess, Randy Sharp, gave your fudge recipe a shout out and made a batch! Yours is the recipe I'll be making for gifts this Xmas. Many thanks!!
I’ve been wanting to make some fudge for my husband for quite awhile but I’ve been putting it off because the other recipes I’ve seen seem to complex. I’ll finally make him some using this recipe. Thank you!
I'm 35 years old and I have been in mexico ever since I was 15, and I have never tasted fudge since I was a little girl, I never knew it was so easy, I am making this ASAP!!!!! P.S. I love you videos
This is the first video I’ve ever watched of his and he just radiated gay energy from a mile away so I immediately subscribed. His smile is contagious and he’s insanely talented with his recipes. ❤️
To help with cutting the fudge, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry after each cut. Great video by the way and I agree with Sarah-Jane, share with family? Only if they can find it. Mwa-ha-ha. Thank you for the recipe, I'll have to try this one out. I've always done a more complicated cook using sugar, butter, cocoa etc. It doesn't always work out. Thanks again.
Well I just found this channel today and made this fudge within an hour of seeing it. I cut the recipe in half, subbed Cointreau for the vanilla and topped the fudge with chopped Craisins and 1oz of shaved white chocolate. It is DIVINE. Thank you! I can't wait to make more of your recipes.
John you always make something I’m interested in recreating!! Update: I just made this at work. (I work at my dads convenience store) And added mini m&ms! Thanks for the recipe, John!
Thank you so much for giving the chocolate chip measurement in cups! This is the 7th video I've watched trying to find one with measurement in cups instead of grams.
It was kinda cute when he said “whatever bite-sized is for you family”. He thinks I’m gonna save some for my family.
Kimberlea McCall 😂🤣🤣Mine mine, all mine👍😁!!!
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guys i over melted the mix will it still come out good?
Hahaha dead
Condensed milk is so underrated.
Mortuary Artist not in Brazil it isn’t. We are kind of addicted over here. 😅
I really can't stand it, for real. It is sickeningly sweet, just too over baring.
Totally Agree!
North Guy I can’t stand it either, that’s all I taste if that’s in something!
My dad used to love condensed milk sandwiches.i miss him. It’s been 25 years now, and every time I hear condensed milk I think of him.
When your watching at 2am and have all the ingredients
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Ross Shepherd honestly does it matter
Emily Ryder then make it :D
Ross Shepherd nobody cares
Internet: It's 2 o'clock in the morning, why on earth are you making chocolate fudge?
Emily: Because I've lost control of my life.
Easiest fudge I've ever made. I'm paused at 9:12 and mine is already cooling on the counter. You instill me with so much confidence and I've rediscovered my love of cooking and baking for my loved ones through your channel. Thank you so much for bringing that spark back into my life. Compliments from my friends and family as well, they're all big fans of the food you're teaching me to make. lol
I've been making this kind of fudge for quite a while.
For Christmas, I sprinkle with crushed candy canes or sub some of the chocolate with Andes Mints. Delish.
Peanut butter 'fudge' is awesome. Especially when you take a bite of it with a bite of the plain fudge. Like a Reese Cup.
The Reese's Pieces sounds yummy! When, would you put it in? Does anyone know what size that glass pan is? 8 x 8.or 9 x 9? Or even the Yorks peppermint patties! Just break them up, just like you would with reese's, you would break them up too! Just you don't want them to melt, so, when do you put them in?? I would "assume" at very end, before it sets.
@@sharonsocoloski5485
Yes. You add the Reese's Pieces at the very end.
I press them into the soft fudge and put it in the fridge to set.
I sometimes add a little instant coffee granules. 😋
You can put it in a square baking dish, glass or otherwise.
What size pan depends on how thin or thick you want your fudge.
We like them about 1/2" thick.
We cut them into bite sized squares because it's very rich.
I love York peppermint patties!
Mint and chocolate and peanut butter and chocolate are the perfect marriage of flavors, IMO.
You can top them with salted toasted nuts, peanuts or even toasted sesame seeds.
Sometimes I sprinkle a little Kosher salt on top.
The salt really enhances the chocolate while cutting the sweetness.
I sometimes use dark chocolate instead of milk or semi-sweet.
I like dried cranberries with dark chocolate.
There are so many varieties you can make.
I'm a chocoholic so I could go on and on about it. 🍫
"I can't eat this by the spoonful"
me: *laughing*
me: *laughing with big spoon*
me: *laughing with fudge all over my face*
Hehe
Me: Crying naked in the bathtub covered in fudge
Honestly though!😋🍫
We made my grandpa's fudge recipe and it never set up. So all the adults were crowded around a glass dish with spoons. I think we even poured some over popcorn. Fudge in *any* form is never a bad thing. ;-)
that made me laugh so hard thank you
I love the fact that you talk about the quality of the utensils. It can make a huge difference and that is why some people think that no matter what they do, they are rubbish at cooking or baking. Also you are adorable, your husband and kids are so lucky to have you!
LOL, I have a thick fat wok and I use it for everything, every darned thing.
@@slanguagefreak2388 my family
@@slanguagefreak2388 lmao me
Kids?
I make this fudge often, and I found a cool trick. After you make the fudge, put 150 g of milk or 175 g of water in the still fudge coated pot, and heat on medium while stirring. It makes the pot much easier to clean, and you get hot chocolate! For added simplicity and sweetened condensed milk flavour, I pour it in the condensed milk cans.
Dude what jn the fuck is your pfp
Good tip! Gonna try it for sure!! Thank you.
@@vreed8755 I'd say skip the water. It's gonna make the hot chocolate taste yucky. Never heard of adding hot water to make hot chocolate. It's milk+chocolate.
@@btsarmyforever3816 Using hot water to make hot chocolate is not uncommon. My kids actually preferred it over milk when making the swiss miss. Now some of the best hot chocolate in my opinion comes in pod form that you make with hot water in the Keurig.
@@winstonwolf6791 Idk abt the pod stuff. Isn't found in my country. I once tried making hot chocolate with Hershey's hot chocolate powder and hot water. It tasted floury and awful. I make hot chocolate with cocoa pellets and they are way better. Very smooth. No floury taste. Coco powder works best in cakes. In any other dish, especially liquids, it tastes floury. It's like the powder needs to be baked/cooked in thick form. If it's in liquid, it's not working. A lot of places that serve good hot chocolate never use the powder. Only the pellets.
When I was in the Air Force a young Lt shared her recipe for this fudge, but she rolled them into “bite size” balls and then rolled them in crushed walnuts, coconut, or powdered sugar...they were delicious! Thanks Madelana!
I have been using this basic recipe for years. I add a bit more chocolate (14-16oz instead of 12oz) cuz I add a bit of liquor (Amaretto, Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, etc) and its always been a big hit at family gatherings and holiday work parties.
I love how excited he is about baking. We need to protect this man at all costs.
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Yes, he is a treasure
Hahahaha! Agreed.
Protect him from what? Illegal alien crime? That applies to everyone
Fat bottom pots make the cooking world go 'round. --Freddie Mercury.
Jarod Morris oml rip the greatest singer of all time
🤣🤣🤣
Comparing that comment to Golf.. you just hit a Eagle
@@trinitytodd-rafferty5252 I love your comment n you're right about our beloved Freddie
I love how genuine silly this guy is... he’s adorable
I've been making easy fudge for years but people who end up having to try it because I usually gift it to friends and family think it's high-end in gourmet. My favorite is white chocolate with cranberries and chocolate nuts and also the most requested. Love watching your videos!
That should have said,white chocolate with cranberries and walnuts!😋
I have been wondering about this for a couple weeks, so you can substitute white chocolate chips? It sounds like it works well for you. I’m gonna try that. Also, if you can’t find bitter sweet chocolate, can you use dark chocolate chips? The first time I tried 3/4 dark chocolate chips and an extra 1/4 of milk chocolate. Also, is dipping/baking almond bark work? I live in a small town so a bit limited on options. I hope to hear from someone soon.
Warmest Wishes,
Sarah
@@Cowgirl4God Hello Sarah, just reviewing the recipe and comments today. Saw 😔 that no one had responded to you…
YES! You can interchange and mix and match all different kinds of “chips”. No problem at all. Will only modify taste, not the consistency. Just keep the measurements equal and you should be good to go! Hope this helps. All the best to you.
Dip your knife in boiling water, wipe dry and away you go. If it gets sticky again dip in water etc ....... yummy recipe thank you 💕
Adulthood doesn’t begin until you invest in good quality pots.
I love copper but PLEASE BE WARNED they damage very easily and the copper goes black with a naked flame. If the tin coating comes away from the inside you're basically poisoning yourself ... be careful
John Kean good advice. I like my set of stainless steel pots and my cast iron/enamel ones the best. I do have vintage copper-looking jelly moulds but they are actually anodised aluminium. I have a vintage aluminium egg poacher but that is the limit, once aluminium is pitted, it becomes hazardous so I don’t use aluminium saucepans or pots. When I was searching for a hotpot, I took a magnet with me to ensure they weren’t fake - fake ones don’t work on induction stoves too. Phew, cooking is complicated. It’s kitchen alchemy.
YASSSSSSS
I have 2 solid copper pans and they have become carbonized on the inside from burned food. I decided to leave them like that instead of having them tinned. They work like a dream when I use them for anything fried or sautéed. And they were a steal for $3 & $6 for a 6" & an 8" pan respectively at a thrift store overseas. They had NO idea what they were. Bronze handles on both, and the original bronze rivets too holding the handles on the pans. I couldn't believe my luck.
And if you care for them they'll last a lifetime depending on how much they are used.
I LOVE that you cover all measuring units . Makes it so much easier
"Gently like your handling a little baby"
The dish slips out of his hand... Lol your so funny 😂
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Lol right
Ross Shepherd @omg no one could care less
@@PreppyKitchen LOL
John, there’s absolutely no way anyone could help but love you! You are so funny, and your recipes are THE best!
My love to you and your beautiful family.
My mom found this recipe in 1980. She made it for Christmas that year (she added walnuts) and everyone LOVED it. I still make it. It's foolproof, so easy and YUMMY!
I had to laugh... "I'm going to pop a paper towel on it to keep it safe." A paper towel will NOT keep fudge safe from me or anyone else in my house. Even a padlocked cabinet would only prove to be a slight challenge. hahahaha
True 🤣😂
Judi McLeod It sounds like a testament to your skills in the kitchen!
I love how people say to put sweets in cabinets so you aren’t tempted. That will not work for me you’ll have to put a lock on the cabinet I’ll sit there guessing for an hour😂
Ahhh you're funny. Ty for the laugh this AM
He prolly meant 'safe' from flies, ants and cockroaches.
I can’t get over how much ADORABLE he is ❤️😍🥰
ror ror ...Right!
I agree, but sadly he's married
He's gay
Planttation , and? Everyone’s who watches this channel knows he has a husband a two children does that makes a person automatically unattractive to other people?
Planttation , What’s your point???
I just made this recipe from your website a couple of hours ago, made a half batch and am going to make a half batch of your peanut butter fudge and layer over the top. Love your recipes and videos!
How does it compare to regulate fudge ( marshmallows)? Thanks
I've made this a few times, definitely use a quality chocolate as it makes a BIG difference. Also you can add stuff like chunks of white chocolate, crushed Oreos, nuts... It adds texture and makes it all the more delicious!
I make this recipe every Christmas in several different flavors and last year got all fancy and layered two flavors! So pretty and so delicious--(1) milk chocolate topped with white chocolate/smashed candy cane and (3) milk chocolate topped with dark chocolate with chopped pecans pressed into it and (3) semi sweet chocolate fudge topped with crunchy peanut butter fudge! Looks complicated, but it is essy-peasy.
I make this every year! My personal favorite is to make it in layers- one batch of regular (or dark) fudge, then a half batch on top of white chocolate with a little flavor and a drop of food coloring. Milk chocolate orange is a frequent request, but dark chocolate mint is my favorite.
corkscrewfork this reminded me of when I was 13 and made three layer, three flavor fudge for my family. Dear god that was a nightmare, it was super delicious but white chocolate fudge is *unbelievably* hard to clean off of a bowl.
John you need your own show on the Food Network, I would put you up against the Pioneer woman any day, and I like her too.
Yessssssss!!
2020 or bust!!!
I like the freedom he has to make whatever he wants. I would hate to see him lose artistic control over his show.
Oohhhh....good point Jarod! That never even occurred to me🤔
Using recipes that have been around longer than his grandparents have been alive?
Thank you for always making the weight conversions in your videos, so helpful ☺️
I absolutely love the way you cover the two measurement basis. I live in the UK so I use the metric measurement. You using both makes it so much easier to follow your recipes. I love this fudge recipe and will definitely be make it very, very soon. Thank you :)
He has an awkward/nerdy quality about him that I’m obsessed with 🤣 ADORABLE!!!
He was a teacher
I just made this about 10 minutes ago and it's currently on the counter setting up. It was even easier to make than I thought it would be; the chocolate melts so fast!
I made a couple changes though; I only used bittersweet chocolate because I couldn't find the other kind, and I added twice as much instant espresso because I like coffee and hope the flavor comes through a little.
Thanks for the recipe 😁
Add two tablespoons of Nutella when you melt the chocolate, plus add lightly crushed Biscoff and Oreo biscuits to the melted mixture. It’s divine!
Say what you want but I dont like oreo in my fudge for some reason. To me they feel artificial. Nutella, tjough, I love, especially the hazel one.
I have made this in the past with pecan nuts, chunks of Snickers/Twix, Maltesers, marshmallows (used white chocolate for that one), cookies ... Next on the list: roasted hazelnuts :-)
Tynka Bell holy cow!!! You are MY KINDA HUMAN!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣👍🏼
Was it too sweet?
@@123tharindra no, not at all, but it is very rich so you can only eat a small bit at a time!
I always make this at Christmas. You can simplify it, and avoid problems with burnt chocolate by microwaving the milk in a large bowl. Get the milk really hot, and then stir in the chocolate. Let the hot milk melt the chocolate, then add in any extras and stir well. Pour into a prepared pan and continue on as in your demonstration. I’m so glad you showed this recipe because I think it is superior to the old fashioned cocoa and milk or even marshmallow recipes...no crystallization to worry about! I love your channel!
PS...don’t be tempted to melt the chocolate with the milk, as the microwave will burn chocolate very quickly.
Love this suggestion. Thank you so much!!!
I've never wanted to befriend an adult more than this man😃✋
Your husband is so lucky that you're the kitchen king! I'm just happy that you share your amazing recipes. You're so pleasant and funny. Thank you. 🧈🧂🥧🎂🍰🍩🧇🥯
Well this is definitely going on my Christmas baking list!!
Hi
Noice dude
@@nevernotofficial7409noice?
No bake
I’m going to have a baby just to get into that schools parent mixer.
ROFLMAO xD
I will never have the restraint to be a chef but I applaud on yours and the beautiful family you have
Perfect recipe! Turned out so good. I actually halted the walnuts and added a half cup of wine soaked dried cranberries. And 1 tsp of chocolate wine. Amazing!
I love this recipe! I've been making it for years in the microwave. Sometimes I add a little cinnamon and cayenne pepper.
How I cut soft fudge: wired cheese slicer.
Waxed floss works well too.
Wait... you guys aren't using your dongs????
@@gonsa_pro I don't know why people aren't using the traditional method anymore
@@gonsa_pro what are dongs???
@@aditisawant1542 turn on the google microphone and ask :)
This man is so happy whenever he make a dessert, that's how you know a person has a true love for what they do.
Honestly, this is the baking channel i always check if he have something i want to bake. I really enjoy the side comments and funny adlibs.
Same here
I love you! You are such a joy to watch! Thank you for bringing Light into my life.
I had just bought a salted caramel and peanut fudge, and came across this video, I'm making this, it looks so delicious, and your never to old to watch "The Dark Crystal " 💝⚘💜 thank you, love your channel
Dip the knife in boiling water then wipe for an easier cut. Should do the job, no prob.
The Netflix reboot of the Dark Crystal is beyond fantastic! I am a fan of the original as well. I've been telling everyone I can to watch because it its absolutely amazing. I'm getting a stand mixer for Christmas and can't wait to start baking with my family and trying your recipes.
I love how he whispers "small town gossip". I love a good two ingredient fudge!! Love that the Goat gets an opinion. This is such an amazing channel, it's so soothing and calm and reassuring that if ou do manage to mess it up it is not the end of the world.
Found this on Christmas! Fudge was so easy and turned out great. Came for the recipe, staying for the personality. He's just adorable.
I used to live with a couple during my high school years. I remember when Mary would make fudge during the Christmas holidays. It’s a nostalgic memory.
I've made this with coconut & white chocolate . You roll them into walnut size balls and serve them in paper cases. They do look spectacular. Great recipe John.
Shyamala Rajan-Vince my 2 favourite ingredients x
No such thing as "white chocolate" maybe creamy, sweet confection.
You are so fantastic and an instant mood-booster!
Thank you for this! Such a great idea for some upcoming holiday gatherings!
I totally agree! He is an instant mood booster! That describes him perfectly 🥰
Wait... "It's like wrapping a Christmas present, only that there is chocolate inside."
That sounds exactly like wrapping a Christmas present to me🤔
Reminds me of the time my dad bought me a 10 pound Hershey's as a gift.
@@dicksdrugsanddebutantes9305 Lucky
My heart exploded when you mentioned your husband🥺 I’m new to to the channel and it caught me off guard (in a happy way) because I’m a girl with a girlfriend :D maybe I can make your fudge for her😳
What caught you off guard? No offence to him, but he looks gay so
You Should! This method works like a Charm.. never fails.. and you'll be a hero~!
Where is the fudge joke
@@MrCichyPlayboy one can't look gay. Assuming these things is offensive, if you mean it or not, maybe just don't say this type of stuff.
@@atleastimnotginger oh get over it. We all know it's true. She meant no offense.
I know this video is old in internet age, but I wanted to tell you that this video made me smile. I really enjoyed your energy and the way you explain the how and why. I'm going to try this for Christmas.
Him:"pull back like ur handling a little baby"
Also him:"almost drops the fudge"😂
Roses are red
Violets are blue
When preppy kitchen posts video
I click fast
P.s looks delicious!! Mhhmmmm!!!
Kailem Jones kool
I would have said
Roses are red
Violets are blue
When preppy kitchen posts a video
I click it before you
That didn’t rhyme
DIDNT RHYME DISLIKED >:((((
Just made this for our father's day dinner! Super easy. Hope everyone loves it! Thanks John!
Was it too sweet?
‘‘Twas The Night Before Christmas” when it was decided that Christmas would be at my house! I cleaned everything till it shined, sterilized everything necessary (I have an autoimmune disease and I get very sick very easily, so I have to be cautious and vigilant about what’s being touched in my house) and by then it was 6pm and I was just starting my snacks. I came across this post about a week ago and knew I had to make it. Now, here I am at 9:30ish and I’m just starting my fudge followed by my irresistible pecan pie and Chex mix. I hope to be in bed by 11, but the more recipes I come across, the more things I wanna make! Darn you Preppy Kitchen 😂😉!! I’m gonna gain 10 pounds before breakfast even gets here 😅🤪🙃. Thanks for the awesome recipes and I look forward to discovering even more delicious treats!
I tried your chocolate fudge recipe...just kept it to cool it down..but it was so easy and great for a first timer..Thank you for all the tips..they were really helpful
ok i love this man, and as a fellow gay, i feel solidarity
The blood of the Christian Right right is beginning to boil.
LOL!
@@coralreef909 oh i have literally never cared less
@@coralreef909 who asked?
@@coralreef909 I am a Conservative Christian and I love gay people.
Only Preppy Kitchen can make a rental house looks like a professional tv food channel studio 👏👏
It's because he's a Virgo lol
Every single Thanksgiving my kids embarrass me and talk about my "chainsaw fudge."
Yes, a recipe with the candy thermometer. No, I did not know what I was doing.
No, I did not use parchment paper. It was a disaster.
You would think all my culinary masterpieces of the last 25 years would be remembered, but no.
Chainsaw fudge is what I am remembered for.
I may just make this and have it on hand for the inevitable story time next week!!!
Wait....chainsaw? 😂😂
We NEED to hear this story!! Tell ALL. You can't just hint at it and leave us hanging, you know
double-boiler makes melting easier if concerned about burning and often I've used the microwave when in a hurry. My mom used to make this every year at Christmas! great recipe! super easy!
I like how you take your time to explain things. When people talk a mile a minute I can't retain what they are saying. My mom always made fudge. None of us ever could understand why her fudge never became a solid. We had to use a spoon to eat it. It was still very good. I wanted to make fudge this Christmas for my family like mom did for the Holidays (but I want mine to be a solid) and I couldn't remember all the measurements of ingredients she used. She used marshmallow cream as one of the ingredients. She used sugar, chocolate chips and condensed milk. The fudge you made looked good. I also see that you did not use marshmallow cream. So maybe that was why hers was a liquid. Anyhow I have subscribed to your channel and I'm going to try your fudge. Thank you for the video.
Just made this with pistachios. The best ever. Thanks.
yayyyy
Stop sneaking into my recommended section I'm trying to be healthy
Tell me about it! Haha!
Fudge is unhealthy? Woa. I've been mislead since childhood.
@@diane9247 will send your blood glucose sky high.
All that refined sugar will hurt you. Use monk fruit sweetener from swerve. Refined sugar brings on diabetes. Sugar kills beta cells in your pancreas.
@@coralreef909 A short life and a merry one
Stumbled on this and I absolutely love your calm way of teaching. Best teacher! plus Dark Crystal was a childhood fave here too!
Same ❤
I said almost the same thing, he is so calm and organized! Just discovered his channel
Love your videos. My mom used to make homemade fudge when I was growing up but she would always cook it In an iron skillet. But the thing about the iron she had to be extremely careful, careful about under stirring and over stirring and taking it out just the right time cause it was so easy to burn. So even though cooking fudge in iron skillet is engraved in my brain, I'm thinking maybe that's not the best idea?
Going to make fudge for Christmas day i hope it works out. 🙃
TODAY IS YHE DAY!!! I’m making your Fudge and then I am going to attempt to make your delicious, looking, fluffy, cloudy, marshmallows! I love love, love your channel what a lucky husband you have and children
Damn - his hubby really lucked out - a spouse that cooks chocolate!
"The Dark Crystal"! That just brought back fun memories of my childhood. I think I may need to find it online and watch it again, just for old time's sake.
it's on netflix last time i checked
Oh this takes me back! This is the recipe my mother has used since I was a little kid. It is amazing! Even tastes great with walnuts!
Many moms are fudge packers on the quiet, however few share that decadent secret with their daughters. Happy packin!!!!
This video was so pleasant mainly because the host seems so genuine, unselfconscious, and really passionate about cooking.
When you mentioned The Dark Crystal and quoted Chamberlin that really made me grin XD That movie is so creepy, haha! Yet so nostalgic. I like The Labyrinth too :p
Lovely!
When will your baking show air?? You’re amazing and super easy to watch because of your obvious love of baking and easy explanations.
Edit: I forgot to say that I cannot wait to make this using my homemade sweetened condensed milk. It’s even more delicious than the canned milk!
“Hello Friend!” This is wonderful! And timed so well for the holidays! I hope the mixer goes {went} well. ⭐️
Thanks Debra! Hope you're having a wonderful November!!!
My daughter is 40 now. She watched the original Dark Chrystal endlessly. Treated only be Secret of Nimh.
Yum yum yum, i made 160 little fudges for a charity thing. I added orange zest, gingerbread spices and amaretto 🤩. I cut the fudge with a metal icing scraper, it works really good!! Thanks for this easy recipe 🙂
The other parents are going to be gossiping that you make a lot of treats, you'll be volunteered for bake sales,lol. Lucky parents.
Can you imagine the money they would make? LOL PTA would be funded for years.
@@jarodmorris611 Ha, yes! lol
Am I the only one that cracks up when he does his Georgina voice🤣
Nope, you're not. Lol
John, Dinner Party Tonight hostess, Randy Sharp, gave your fudge recipe a shout out and made a batch! Yours is the recipe I'll be making for gifts this Xmas. Many thanks!!
I’ve been wanting to make some fudge for my husband for quite awhile but I’ve been putting it off because the other recipes I’ve seen seem to complex. I’ll finally make him some using this recipe. Thank you!
I'm 35 years old and I have been in mexico ever since I was 15, and I have never tasted fudge since I was a little girl, I never knew it was so easy, I am making this ASAP!!!!! P.S. I love you videos
This is the first video I’ve ever watched of his and he just radiated gay energy from a mile away so I immediately subscribed. His smile is contagious and he’s insanely talented with his recipes. ❤️
I’m such a fan girl of “The Dark Crystal” and I’m 7 episodes in the show and I love it! You should definitely watch it.
I loved the original, need to carve out some time to watch the new one!!
I'm jealous of those other parents who will get to enjoy all of your delicious treats!
To help with cutting the fudge, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it dry after each cut. Great video by the way and I agree with Sarah-Jane, share with family? Only if they can find it. Mwa-ha-ha. Thank you for the recipe, I'll have to try this one out. I've always done a more complicated cook using sugar, butter, cocoa etc. It doesn't always work out. Thanks again.
I love how you give details of the measurements. You made it easy for me, a newbie in baking and making sweets.
Well I just found this channel today and made this fudge within an hour of seeing it. I cut the recipe in half, subbed Cointreau for the vanilla and topped the fudge with chopped Craisins and 1oz of shaved white chocolate. It is DIVINE. Thank you! I can't wait to make more of your recipes.
those eclairs will be the BEST you have eaten or ever will eat. Try them next
John you always make something I’m interested in recreating!!
Update: I just made this at work. (I work at my dads convenience store) And added mini m&ms! Thanks for the recipe, John!
You could make a fortune making variations on this and selling them.
The dark crystal is amazing!!!!!
I make fudge for all my family and friends at Christmas. White chocolate with cranberries and pistachio is beautiful and delicious for the holiday.
I made it for Christmas and added raisins and peanuts to mimic my childhood favorite CHUNKY candy bar. My holiday guests and family loved it!
Yum! Like our fruit & nut bar from Cadbury 🇨🇦
"To share with your family" uhhhhh yeahhh nah fudge is all me 😂
Is your husband on my 600 pound life? Because that's what would happen to me if we were together.
Do you think almond extract would taste good with sea salt and almond slices over the top?
Just a couple of drops, almond extract is pretty strong
Growing up in Trinidad and Tobago my grandmother and mother and aunt always used condensed milk in their coffee or black Lipton tea
Thank you so much for giving the chocolate chip measurement in cups! This is the 7th video I've watched trying to find one with measurement in cups instead of grams.