Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- Grated zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Yellow or white food coloring (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the condensed milk, butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and boils. (The mixture will become glossy and light in color.)
- Remove from heat and stir in food coloring (if desired).
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Allow to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and decadent
- Sweet and tangy lemon flavor
- perfect for American taste buds
- Easy to make and suitable for any occasion
- suitable for a crowd up to 8
User Comments:
- "This fudge is absolutely delicious! The lemon flavor is perfect."
- "I made this for my family and they loved it. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing."
- "I love the combination of lemon and condensed milk in this fudge. It's so creamy and smooth."
- "This is the best lemon fudge I've ever had. It's perfect for summer parties or as a sweet treat anytime."
- "I added a bit of yellow food coloring to make the fudge more festive and it turned out beautifully."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overcook the fudge mixture, as it can become grainy.
- Do not substitute evaporated milk for condensed milk, as the texture of the fudge will be different.
- If you don't have parchment paper, you can grease and flour the baking dish instead.
- Let the fudge cool completely before refrigerating, as this will help prevent condensation from forming on the surface.
- Store the fudge in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
