Chocolate Sour Cream Fudge

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup chopped chocolate (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 25 minutes
• Total: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa powder, and butter.
2. Add sour cream and stir until well combined.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and stir continuously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
4. Once the mixture starts to boil, reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
6. Add chopped chocolate (if using) and mix well until completely melted and combined.
7. Pour the mixture into a greased 8x8 inch baking dish and let it cool at room temperature.
8. Once cooled, cut into squares or bars and serve.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: 250 kcal
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and chocolatey with a creamy texture from the sour cream.
• A perfect blend of sweet and bitter flavors with the combination of cocoa powder and chocolate chunks.
• Easy to make and requires simple ingredients that are widely available in supermarkets in the United States.

User Comments:

1. "This fudge was amazing! The combination of chocolate and sour cream was unexpected but worked so well together." - John Doe, New York
2. "Made this for my family and they loved it! A great treat for chocolate lovers." - Jane Smith, Los Angeles
3. "The texture was so creamy and smooth, the chocolate flavor was rich and delicious." - Michael Johnson, Chicago

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use a low heat when cooking the mixture to prevent burning or crystallization of the sugar.
• Stir frequently to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking to the bottom of the saucepan.
• Use a greased baking dish to ensure the fudge is easy to remove after cooling.
• Store the fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for longer storage.