Description
Southern comfort meets sweet indulgence in Paula Deen’s unexpected Velveeta cheese fudge. Rich chocolate melts perfectly with processed cheese, creating a surprisingly delightful dessert that challenges traditional fudge boundaries.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 16-ounce (907 grams) boxes confectioner’s sugar
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) cocoa
- 1 cup (227 grams) butter
Nuts:
- 1 cup (100 grams) chopped pecans and/or walnuts
Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ pound (227 grams) sliced or cubed processed cheese
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by lightly coating a 9×9 inch (23×23 cm) square pan with nonstick cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage to prevent adhesion.
- Create a smooth base by melting processed cheese and unsalted butter together in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Continuously stir the mixture until it achieves a uniform consistency and glossy appearance.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and incorporate vanilla extract and chopped nuts, gently folding them into the melted cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
- Sift confectioner’s sugar and cocoa powder together in a large mixing bowl, eliminating any potential lumps and creating a homogeneous dry ingredient blend.
- Pour the warm cheese and butter mixture into the dry ingredients, using a sturdy spatula to thoroughly combine. Mix vigorously to ensure all components are fully integrated, understanding that the resulting texture will be dense and slightly resistant.
- Transfer the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, using clean hands or a spatula to distribute evenly. Press firmly and methodically to create a smooth, compact surface.
- If excess butter appears on the surface, gently dab with a paper towel to absorb any visible oil.
- Refrigerate the pan for a minimum of 60 minutes, allowing the fudge to solidify completely and develop its characteristic firm texture.
- Once set, slice into uniform squares using a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for precise edges.
Notes
- Processed cheese ensures an ultra-smooth texture that regular cheese can’t match, creating a unique fudge consistency.
- Constant stirring prevents separation and guarantees a silky, uniform melted base for your cheese fudge.
- Sifting dry ingredients eliminates pesky lumps, delivering a perfectly blended chocolate mixture that looks professionally made.
- Speed matters when mixing ingredients since the fudge sets quickly, so prepare your pan in advance to streamline the process.
- Chilling transforms the soft mixture into firm, clean-cutting squares that hold their shape beautifully when served.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 48
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg