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Mackinac Island Fudge

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The Best Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe is dedicated to all sweet tooth and chocolate lovers.

If you’ve never tried fudge before, today is a great day to do it! It doesn’t take much time to make a simple chocolate treat without baking. But it will bring a lot of pleasure.

Mackinac Island Fudge

The soft bites will melt in your mouth and the creamy texture will leave no one indifferent.

HOW TO MAKE MACKINAC ISLAND FUDGE?

  1. In a deep saucepan, add butter, both types of sugar, salt, pour in the milk.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and cook for 6 minutes, stirring constantly.
    Be careful, the caramel is very hot!
    Remove from heat, let cool for a few minutes.
  3. Add vanilla, cocoa powder, confectionery sugar, and mix thoroughly until smooth. This can be done with a hand whisk or with a mixer.
  4. Pour the finished fudge onto a baking sheet. I am using a silicone mat.
  5. When the fudge has cooled down to a comfortable temperature for the fingers, place it on plastic wrap. Shape the log by carefully wrapping it in plastic wrap on all sides. Refrigerate for at least half an hour.
  6. When the fudge has cooled completely, it can be easily cut into pieces.

homemade fudge

CAN YOU FREEZE MACKINAC ISLAND FUDGE?

Yes, of course, Easy Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe can be frozen. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or put it in a container with an airtight lid and put it in the freezer.

Allow it to thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before use.

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HOW TO STORE MACKINAC ISLAND FUDGE?

Fudge can be easily stored at room temperature. I prefer to keep it in the refrigerator, making sure to put it in a container with a lid.

Shelf life in the refrigerator is about 2 weeks, in the freezer for 3 months.

TIPS FOR BAKING THE PERFECT ISLAND FUDGE

  1. Be careful when preparing caramel. The temperature is very high!
  2. Do not cook the caramel for more than 6 minutes, otherwise, it will burn.
  3. Caramel must be constantly stirred otherwise it may overfill the saucepan.

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Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe

Best Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe

The Best Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe is dedicated to all sweet tooth and chocolate lovers
4.98 from 80 votes
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 16 depending on size of slices/pieces

Ingredients

  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup granulated white sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions

  • Combine butter, both types of sugar, milk, salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Cook for 6 minutes on low heat, stirring constantly.
  • Cool mixture slightly, add vanilla, cocoa, and confectionery sugar. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
  • Pour the fudge onto a baking sheet (or silicone mat) and cool. Form a log, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for half an hour.
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  1. Leslie Green

    January 29, 2023 at 1:35 am

    5 stars
    Just got this recipe 3 days ago and I‘ve made it 3 times so far! My new, most FAVORITE fudge recipe hands down! So fast and easy to make as well!!!🥰👍🏼😝❤️

    Reply
    • Ashley - 100krecipes

      January 29, 2023 at 10:55 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Leslie! ❤️❤️

      Reply
  2. Jennifer Chandler

    December 22, 2022 at 12:06 am

    5 stars
    Wonderful recipe- i topped with crush candy cane and it was so good!

    Reply
  3. Amanda

    December 13, 2022 at 7:45 pm

    Can this be safely doubled? I’m cooking for a large family gathering.

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    • 100krecipes

      December 16, 2022 at 8:24 pm

      I have never doubled it, but I would think you could! Please let me know if you do and how it turned out.

      Reply
  4. Terry Joslyn

    December 11, 2022 at 3:02 am

    At what stage do you add nuts?

    Reply
    • Ashley - 100krecipes

      January 9, 2023 at 11:20 pm

      At step 3 when you add the vanilla, cocoa powder and confectioner’s sugar. Remember to chop them small.

      Reply
  5. Jeff

    August 20, 2022 at 3:59 pm

    4 stars
    I am thinking about making this recipe, but instead of using cocoa powder, I was thinking of using peanut butter. Can I substitute PB without modifying the recipe?

    Reply
    • Aaron

      September 11, 2022 at 7:19 pm

      You should be good, but I’d do a small batch to check consistency. Although PB is a very viscous liquid, it is still a liquid and you’d be swapping a powder for a liquid…

      Reply
    • Sue

      September 12, 2022 at 12:56 am

      You could possibly use the powder form of peanutbutter.

      Reply
      • Peggy

        November 22, 2022 at 12:24 am

        How about powdered peanutbutter

        Reply
  6. Jackiegene

    July 28, 2022 at 11:18 pm

    5 stars
    The best I’ve had. Easy to make.
    I’m 70 and finally found my fudge recipe.
    Thank you!

    Reply
  7. Arica Therrien

    July 17, 2022 at 1:23 am

    I’ve made many different fudge recipes and this was, by far, the easiest. No need for a candy thermometer like with the other recipes I’ve used, and I had it done within minutes! I added chopped almonds to it. My family and I have been to Mackinac City and the Upper Peninsula and we absolutely love it there, so this made me feel like we were back! I plan to make it for the county fair.

    Reply
  8. Lynn Brown

    March 17, 2022 at 11:09 pm

    I was craving chocolate. I made this fudge it was so easy. It’s awesome! My granddaughter is going to love making this with me.

    Reply
  9. Kathy Ray

    February 26, 2022 at 11:43 pm

    5 stars
    Easiest fudge I’ve ever made. It’s pure chocolate goodness!!!

    Reply
  10. April

    January 10, 2022 at 12:44 am

    This is the best fudge I have ever ate! My husband said it is better than any fudge we have purchased! In fact, he said I could sell it! Thank you for the recipe.

    Reply
  11. Pat M.

    January 8, 2022 at 9:22 pm

    5 stars
    I made this fudge with my 9-year-old granddaughter, and it was wonderful! She loves to cook with me, and this recipe was so easy. She, her two younger sisters, her parents, and I consumed it in just a couple of days! We have all been to Mackinac Island, stayed at the Grand Hotel, and watched lots of fudge being made, so this brought back very fond memories. Thank you for the great recipe!

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    • 100krecipes

      January 9, 2022 at 11:39 am

      Oh my goodness you are so kind PAt. Thank you for coming back to leave a review!

      Reply
      • deborahparsons84@gmail.com

        December 21, 2022 at 2:27 am

        Can I use Hershey syrup instead of Coco powder?
        De

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        • 100krecipes

          December 22, 2022 at 10:16 pm

          I wouldn’t recommend it. Syrup would add liquid to the mix and the end result would not be the same.

          Reply
  12. Cindy

    December 26, 2021 at 2:09 pm

    5 stars
    This is a very easy recipe to follow. I usually don’t even like fudge. This recipe has changed my mind about fudge. It’s so creamy and smooth. The chocolate flavor is also closer to a dark chocolate and I am dark chocolate lover. I took the fudge to a Christmas Eve gathering and everyone loved it! Thank you for sharing this recipe with us.

    Reply
    • 100krecipes

      December 26, 2021 at 7:30 pm

      How wonderful, Cindy! So glad you decided to give it a try!

      Reply
  13. Carolyn

    December 23, 2021 at 1:41 pm

    4 stars
    Love the fudge, I added pecans, might have cooked on too low of temperature its not setting up, too soft

    Reply
    • Linda

      September 8, 2022 at 12:55 am

      Same thing happened to me. I brought it to a boil and then turned it to low for 6 minutes. It’s in the fridge now but has the consistency of chocolate icing.

      Reply
      • Michele paguyo1972@gmail.com

        October 13, 2022 at 2:52 am

        Same as mine it’s not setting up. Don’t know what i did wrong

        Reply
        • Cynthia

          December 10, 2022 at 6:29 pm

          Same as mine

          Reply
          • K Crop

            December 27, 2022 at 1:49 am

            I would suggest massaging more powdered sugar into the finished produce a bit at a time until it tightens up then refrigerate again. I haven’t tried on this recipe but have on others when the powdered sugar has gotten too moist.

            Reply
  14. Jeanne Pratt

    December 20, 2021 at 2:18 am

    5 stars
    I loved, loved this fudge recipe, especially with nuts!! Do you know how to make the MI butter pecan fudge? I’ve had it twice and fell in love with it. I would love to try it at home. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  15. Kristyna Wood

    December 20, 2021 at 1:09 am

    Never have I ever… Made fudge.
    My mother always did. Tonight, I made this recipe and Oh. My. Word.
    Thank you so much for sharing it with the world. It is delicious.

    Reply
    • 100krecipes

      December 20, 2021 at 9:40 am

      Oh my goodness you are so kind. Thank you for coming back to leave a review!

      Reply
  16. Jerri

    December 14, 2021 at 7:07 pm

    Wow….. This Fudge is amazing. I added pecans to mine. It is so easy to make and I do love easy.

    Reply
    • 100krecipes

      December 14, 2021 at 8:34 pm

      So glad you were able to customize it to your liking!

      Reply
  17. Karen B.

    December 11, 2021 at 8:59 pm

    5 stars
    I have made several different recipes of fudge, but this is by far my favorite. It has a deep rich chocolate flavor and is creamy and smooth. Fabulous!

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    • 100krecipes

      December 12, 2021 at 10:44 am

      So glad you loved it! Thanks so much for the 5 star rating!

      Reply
  18. krysta Wolfangel

    September 10, 2021 at 10:31 pm

    5 stars
    This was very good! I was very surprised by the flavor. I have only ever made the marshmallow fudge recipe, which is so good too. I like this recipe a lot!
    You don’t want to over cook the fudge since the texture will be less creamy if you heat it too long.

    Reply
    • 100krecipes

      September 11, 2021 at 11:44 am

      How wonderful, Krysta! So glad you decided to give it a try!

      Reply

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