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Pumpkin Fudge

by Jamie
Happy Monday, everyone!
I have a lot of great recipes to share with you this week, 
and will be posting everyday for the next five days. 
It will be a theme week of sorts.
The occasion?
Well…..I just can’t seem to get pumpkin out of my mind.
I love the stuff this time of year!
And though there are already quite a few heavenly pumpkin recipes on this site, I am still finding myself with leftover canned pumpkin in my fridge on a regular basis lately. 
And so I have for you…
All of this weeks recipes use pumpkin! If you hate pumpkin…wow. I’m really sorry, and hope you’ll find it in your heart to forgive me and come back next week when I’ve got this pumpkin fascination out of my system. Thanks for your cooperation.
For those of you who will hang around with me….you’ll be seeing recipes that range from quick and (kind of) healthy, cute and clever, easy kid loving hearty, and will even include a show stopping dessert. 
 
Hope you will join me all week long!
 
 I’ve had this Pumpkin Fudge, from my friend
Laura’s Real Mom Kitchen blog on my list to make for a couple of years now. PUMPKIN FUDGE!!! Seriously. It tastes like the essence of fall. It does require a candy thermometer and about 15 minutes of stirring. If you are up for that….you are going to be in love with this tasty fall treat. Let’s make it!
Pumpkin Fudge
Time: 30 minutes + 2 hours to cool
Yield: One 9×9 pan
Recipe from Real Mom Kitchen
3/4 C pecans
1 t olive oil
salt
3 C sugar
3/4 C butter
2/3 C evaporated milk
1/2 C canned pumpkin
2 T corn syrup
1 t pumpkin pie spice
12 ounce pkg. white chocolate chips
7  ounce jar marshmallow cream
1 t vanilla
1. Line a 9×9 pan with tin foil and spray it with cooking spray. 
 
 
2. Into a small hot skillet pour the teaspoon of olive oil. Once the oil is hot add you pecans…
 
and sprinkle them with some freshly ground salt. 
 
 
3. Let the pecans toast over medium high heat, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes or until the nuts turn a darker color. 
 
 
4. Put your butter into a medium sized sauce pan. Melt it over medium high heat. Add the evaporated milk….
 
 
the canned pumpkin….
 
 
corn syrup…
 
 
sugar
 
 
and pumpkin pie spice. 
 
 
5. Stir the mixture to combine. Bring it to a boil over medium high heat, stirring constantly. Cook and continue to stir until it comes to 234 degrees or to the soft ball stage. Once it comes to a boil, it should take about 15 minutes to reach the correct temperature. 
 
 
6. Remove it from the heat and quickly….QUICKLY! add the marshmallow cream….
 
 
white chocolate, vanilla and toasted pecans. Stir them all together to combine. 
 
 
7. Pour the fudge into the 9×9 pan.
 
 

8. Let the fudge cool for at least 2 hours. Cut and serve! Store leftovers, covered tightly in the fridge.

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45 comments

Laura October 17, 2011 - 1:39 pm

Isn't that fudge the best! I am also doing pumpkin week this week. However, my site was hacked again yesterday! Hopefully I can have it back up by Wednesday. Can't wait to see what all you have for pumpkin week!

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Avril October 17, 2011 - 3:04 pm

Hello there YUMMINESS!!! – Pumpkin Fudge sounds SO good! I definitely will be putting this on my list to make. AND I'm so excited for your pumpkin recipes all week long! I just adore your recipes Jaime! 🙂

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Nea and Eroch October 17, 2011 - 5:28 pm

yes yes yes, a whole pumpkin week! I just picked up a handfull of pie pumpkins and am making my own puree, so much fun!

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The Fajdich Times October 17, 2011 - 5:37 pm

I love pumpkin recipes! This fudge sounds great! Can't wait to try it:)

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Lynn October 17, 2011 - 8:04 pm

Is it just me or is the link to your giveaway broken? All I get is an error message. ; (

Thanks for the week's worth of pumpkin recipes! We can't get enough of those around here. YAY! Can't wait.

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Jamie Cooks It Up! October 17, 2011 - 10:25 pm

Hi Lynn,
Thanks for the heads up. I think I have it fixed now if you want to check the link again.
Have a good one!
~Jamie

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Tammy October 18, 2011 - 12:32 am

I looooove pumpkin and this fudge looks so YUMMY!! 😛
Thanks!

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Shandra October 18, 2011 - 3:15 am

Bless you! This is exactly what I have been dreaming of making this fall season. I am making this tomorrow!! YUM Thanks Jamie for another great recipe 🙂

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Ellen October 19, 2011 - 1:05 pm

Oh, I so have to make this. This sounds amazing. I love your blog. It has definitely inspired me try new recipes.

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Jamie October 23, 2011 - 9:31 pm

This is so amazing!! Like your favorite creamy fudge and a smooth pumpkin pie had a baby!! My mouth is still singing! Thanks!

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Triny Kay October 26, 2011 - 9:34 pm

i just made this today. it is yummy!! it is very rich and after one bite i was done =) which is good because then i don't eat the whole pan myself. i used almonds instead of pecans and it was good =)

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Cara Jones September 27, 2018 - 9:00 pm

Did you toast the almonds?

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Melanie September 27, 2012 - 4:34 pm

just made this recipe cant wait to try it!

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Amanda October 6, 2012 - 6:33 pm

I am actually cooking the Chicken Gnocchi Soup as I type… I stumbled across this and saved it for when we will make fudge. Yummy looks soooooo good. Thanks!!

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Tuna February 8, 2014 - 4:35 am

I will be motivated and do the best that I can. Same with my eaintg. I made Blonde Ponytail’s no-bake peanut butter protein bars yesterday as a snack for this week. I brought healthy snacks and salad ingredients. I can complain

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Rita October 6, 2012 - 8:52 pm

Thank you for posting this recipe, it’s delicious!! Yes, they do say Fall.

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Amber November 6, 2012 - 9:03 am

My fudge does not have the texture that yours appears to have. Your fudge looks creamy and smooth and mine came out slightly sugery and has a very rough texture. Did I overcook it and not stir it enough to combine the last ingredients? I did cook it to soft ball. Any idea’s how I might improve it? The flavor is delicious even though the texture is off. I can’t quit eating it!

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Nita January 15, 2015 - 12:20 pm

Amber, it does sound like you probably overcooked it slightly. A rough, sugary texture is a sure sign of overcooking. Your best bet is to use a candy thermometer to make sure you hit the right temp and keep a sharp eye on the time you cook it.

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Marilyn December 17, 2013 - 12:15 pm

So delicious – everyone
I have given this to absolutely loves it – the toasted nuts add a great flavor!

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Sarah September 28, 2014 - 12:47 pm

I can’t wait to try this!

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Rachel September 28, 2014 - 4:45 pm

I love pumpkin! Here are my pumpkin recipes.
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Heather September 29, 2014 - 11:13 pm

What is the purpose of the marshmallow fluff? It’s so full of chemicals. can it be omitted or something else used in its place?

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Sunnie B. August 18, 2015 - 6:19 pm

Loving your recipes!
Thanks for posting them for all of us to try.

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Candy August 23, 2015 - 4:05 pm

love love love these reciepies

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Virginia Lyons August 23, 2015 - 8:20 pm

Is there anyway to make the Pumpkin Fudge sugar free for diabetics?

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Jamie August 24, 2015 - 8:59 am

Virginia,
I don’t think this one will work as a diabetic recipe. I would imagine you could substitute the sugar with Splenda, but I don’t know how to get around the marshmallow cream and white chocolate chips. 🙂 Those are key ingredients and important to the texture and make up of the recipe as a whole. So sorry!
~Jamie

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MaryAnn October 3, 2015 - 10:39 pm

I used this recipe to make Pumpkin Fudge. It was such a hit at work, I work at a restaurant, that the boss wants me to make it for 60 people next week.

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Jamie October 5, 2015 - 7:13 am

MaryAnn,
Wow, that’s so great! So happy to hear it turned out well for you!
Best of luck,
~Jamie

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Kat Filiere October 12, 2015 - 8:00 pm

This sounds amazing. Do you think I could sub coconut oil for the olive oil?

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Kat Filiere October 12, 2015 - 8:02 pm

This sounds amazing! Can’t wait to make this. Do you think I could sub coconut oil for the olive oil?

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Ellen Byng November 12, 2015 - 1:11 pm

When you say 1/2 can of pumpkin I am assuming you mean the small can?
I am making this weekend!
Thanks, Ellen

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Rosie June 26, 2016 - 12:46 am

1/2 cup canned pumpkin

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Bonita August 21, 2016 - 6:38 am

why on earth would this candy have to be stored in the fridge? there is far too much sugar in it for it to spoil..sugar creates an unfriendly environment for bacteria to grow which is why no candy needs to be stored in the fridge.

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Flossie Stryker August 23, 2016 - 8:17 pm

I can’t wait to make this. I love anything pumpkin.

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Donna Siegfried August 22, 2017 - 4:41 pm

Looks so good. Need to make it as soon as possible.

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J K August 31, 2017 - 1:08 pm

I always use this basic recipe for my chocolate fudge. I NEVER cook it on the stove. I cook it in the microwave. Never had any texture probs. I use an old crockpot liner which is ceramic. For gifts, I use little pie tins. Love pumpkin so will definitely make this.

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Tommie Trujillo November 15, 2021 - 8:04 am

Sounds great, going to try it today!

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