How long should you boil fudge?

What happens if you boil fudge too long?

As water gradually evaporates, sugar is concentrated and the temperature of the mixture rises above 100 °C (212 °F). If there is too much evaporation, when the cooking time is too long, there will not be enough water left in the fudge and it will be too hard.

How do you know when fudge is boiled?

To test the boiling mixture for doneness, drop a bit of it into a bowl of cold water. If it forms a ball that is soft enough to flatten between your fingers, the mixture is ready for cooling. When the fudge cools to 110 degrees F/43 degrees C, beat the mixture vigorously with a wooden spoon until it’s no longer glossy.

How long do you boil fudge to get to soft ball stage?

Boil until the mixture reaches 234°F on a candy thermometer. Stir occasionally throughout the boiling time. Note: If you do not have a candy thermometer, allow the mixture to boil to the soft-ball stage. Check after boiling for 10 minutes.

How do you know when fudge is done without a thermometer?

To check your sugar syrup has reached the correct stage without using a sugar thermometer, place a bowl of very cold water next to the hob. Using a clean spoon, carefully take a little of the syrup and drop it into the bowl of cold water. Leave to cool for a moment then pick up the ball of syrup.

What can I do if my fudge is too soft?

To fix soft fudge or hard fudge, simply follow these easy steps: Scrape the fudge back into a large saucepan and add 1 1/2 cups of water. Stir the fudge over low heat until it dissolves. Carefully taste the mixture, as the water probably diluted the flavor.

Why has my fudge gone like toffee?

If you boil the fudge to a temperature lower than 232 F, your fudge will retain extra moisture, which can make it chewy or in extreme cases, prevent it from setting at all. If the temperature goes much beyond 234 F, the fudge’s final texture will be hard, dry and crumbly.