How to Make the Blain’s Family Fudge Recipe

November 8, 2024
Blain's Farm & Fleet

We were able to get our hands on the highly coveted Blain’s Family Fudge recipe, and we want to share it with you! This delicious recipe is easy to make and has been a Blain family favorite for many years.

Gather your loved ones, roll up your sleeves, and join Blain’s Farm & Fleet as we make this beloved family favorite once again this holiday season. We hope it sweetens your family gatherings and holidays for generations to come.

This fudge recipe is easy to make and has been a Blain family favorite for all my life!

~Jane Blain Gilbertson
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Blain’s family secret recipe has been a go-to for generations, and guess what? We’re letting you in on it! 🍫 Here’s what you need: 1/4 lb. (1 stick) salted butter 2 squares semi-sweet baking chocolate 2 cups white sugar 1/2 cup 2% milk 1 teaspoon vanilla Get the full recipe at the link in our bio.

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fudge ingredients

Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

melting chocolate and butter

Step 1: Melt the Base

Begin by melting the butter and chocolate together in a sauce pan over medium heat until smooth.

adding milk to fudge mixture

Step 2: Combine Ingredients

Add milk and sugar to the mixture, stirring continuously as you bring it to a rolling boil.

boiling fudge

Step 3: Boil Without Stirring

Stop stirring, and allow the mixture to boil for three minutes.

adding mixture to standing mixer

Step 4: Beat for Thickness

Pour the hot mixture into a mixing bowl, and beat at high speed until thick (about four to five minutes).

adding vanilla to mixture

Step 5: Add Vanilla

Mix in the vanilla for a hint of added flavor.

spreading mixture in baking pan

Step 6: Set

Transfer the fudge into a lightly buttered 8×8 baking pan, then freeze until firm.

fudge in Christmas tin

Creative Variations

While we love this classic recipe as-is, we know that you might want to spice things up a little bit this holiday season. So we want to help you out! Here are some of our top tips on how to add some extra flair to your fudge.

  • Use as a Frosting: You can also use this recipe to make a delicious frosting! Just beat the mixture for only three minutes, and spread immediately for best results.
  • Add Some Tasty Toppings: Sprinkle marshmallows, gummy bears, crushed candy canes, or your choice of nuts on top for added texture and flavor.
  • Wrap as a Gift: Package your fudge in decorative wrapping, and attach a note for a thoughtful holiday gift.

Blain’s Family Fudge is more than just a recipe—it’s a heartwarming tradition that brings people together. We encourage you to try this recipe and share the joy with your loved ones. It might just become a new tradition in your household, too.

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