Description
Butter Pecan Pumpkin Fudge is a scrumptious treat that captures the essence of fall with each bite. This creamy fudge combines rich pumpkin flavor with crunchy pecans, making it a perfect dessert for any autumn gathering or cozy evening. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this fudge is sure to impress your guests and become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing your kitchen counter and lining an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add the sweetened condensed milk and stir until smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in the pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, stirring until fully incorporated. Gently fold in the toasted pecans.
- Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading evenly. Allow it to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours to set.
- Once firm, lift out using parchment paper and cut into squares. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg