Sour Cream Fudge

Indulge your sweet tooth with this velvety Sour Cream Fudge, a perfect marriage of rich chocolate and tangy creaminess. This easy-to-follow recipe brings old-fashioned fudge to life with a unique twist—using sour cream to create a beautifully smooth texture and depth of flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick cook time, this confection is ideal for holiday gifting, special occasions, or a decadent homemade treat. The blend of semi-sweet chocolate, creamy butter, and optional crunchy nuts makes each bite a harmonious balance of sweetness and texture. Whether enjoyed as a standalone dessert or paired with your favorite hot beverage, this sour cream fudge is sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp Light corn syrup
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the parchment paper with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, sour cream, unsalted butter, light corn syrup, and salt.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the butter has melted and the sugar has dissolved.

Step 4

Using a candy thermometer, clip it to the side of the saucepan, ensuring the tip does not touch the bottom of the pan. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.

Step 5

Cook the mixture until it reaches the soft-ball stage, 238°F (114°C), on the candy thermometer. This should take approximately 15-18 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately.

Step 6

Stir in the chocolate chips and vanilla extract until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth. If using nuts, fold them in at this stage.

Step 7

Quickly pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Let the fudge cool at room temperature for 1-2 hours, or until firm. For faster cooling, you can place the pan in the refrigerator.

Step 9

Once the fudge has set, use the parchment overhang to lift it out of the pan. Cut into small squares using a sharp knife.

Step 10

Store the fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1040.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4048.5

Total Fat 193.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 239mg	0%
Sodium 757.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 626.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 582.4g
Protein 35.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 372.5mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 395mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 57.1%