Old fashioned Fudge

Wanting some sugar fix? Old fashioned Fudge is one of the best sweet treats.. They can be kept in airtight container for few days (if they lasts that long!) 

Old fashioned Fudge

1 can condensed milk

500 ml sugar

25 ml golden syrup

75 ml water

60 g butter

5 ml vanilla essence

Step 1

Put sugar and water into a large heavy saucepan. Stir over a low heat until the sugar has dissolved.

Step 2

Add the butter and syrup and stil until the butter has melted.

Step 3

Add the condensed milk and stir until it comes to the boil

Step 4

Boil very slowly on low heat, stirring every minute or 2, until soft ball stage (the mixture will darken to a deep caramel colour and will start to form sugary crystals on the sides, sounding like sand when you scrape it).

Step 5

Remove from the stove, add the vanilla and beat it with a wooden spoon for 5-10 minutes until it starts to thicken (beating the fudge will ensure a great texture when completely cooled)

Step 6

Pour into a greased pan and leave to cool.

Step 7

Cut into squares when cold.