Best Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe

The Best Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe is dedicated to all sweet tooth and chocolate lovers.

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If you’ve never tried fudge before, today is a great day to do it! It doesn’t take much time to make a simple chocolate treat without baking. But it will bring a lot of pleasure.

The soft bites will melt in your mouth and the creamy texture will leave no one indifferent.

HOW TO MAKE MACKINAC ISLAND FUDGE?

In a deep saucepan, add butter, both types of sugar, salt, pour in the milk.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and cook for 6 minutes, stirring constantly.
Be careful, the caramel is very hot!
Remove from heat, let cool for a few minutes.
Add vanilla, cocoa powder, confectionery sugar, and mix thoroughly until smooth. This can be done with a hand whisk or with a mixer.
Pour the finished fudge onto a baking sheet. I am using a silicone mat.
When the fudge has cooled down to a comfortable temperature for the fingers, place it on plastic wrap. Shape the log by carefully wrapping it in plastic wrap on all sides. Refrigerate for at least half an hour.
When the fudge has cooled completely, it can be easily cut into pieces.

CAN YOU FREEZE MACKINAC ISLAND FUDGE?

Yes, of course, Easy Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe can be frozen. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or put it in a container with an airtight lid and put it in the freezer.

Allow it to thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before use.

HOW TO STORE MACKINAC ISLAND FUDGE?

Fudge can be easily stored at room temperature. I prefer to keep it in the refrigerator, making sure to put it in a container with a lid.

Shelf life in the refrigerator is about 2 weeks, in the freezer for 3 months.

TIPS FOR BAKING THE PERFECT ISLAND FUDGE

Be careful when preparing caramel. The temperature is very high!
Do not cook the caramel for more than 6 minutes, otherwise, it will burn.
Caramel must be constantly stirred otherwise it may overfill the saucepan.

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Best Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe

The Best Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe is dedicated to all sweet tooth and chocolate lovers

4.99 from 140 votes

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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 16 depending on size of slices/pieces

Ingredients

8 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup milk
½ cup granulated white sugar
½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
Pinch of salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions

Combine butter, both types of sugar, milk, salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Cook for 6 minutes on low heat, stirring constantly.
Cool mixture slightly, add vanilla, cocoa, and confectionery sugar. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
Pour the fudge onto a baking sheet (or silicone mat) and cool. Form a log, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for half an hour.

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Peyton
January 3, 2024 at 10:29 pm

Delicious and SO easy to make! Thank you for sharing!
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Marcy
December 20, 2023 at 7:48 pm

As a Michigander by birth and having visited the state many times since leaving, including the Mackinac area, I can tell you that this fudge is as good if not better than anything I ate there. It is soooooo delish! My boyfriend is a fudge hound. He is going to love this!
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Chris
December 17, 2023 at 6:07 pm

It is a new Christmas favorite! ♥️💚♥️
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Nancy A Vargas
December 10, 2023 at 4:34 pm

Question. Does this need to stay in the frig. Seems to get too soft otherwise.
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E Bolin
December 9, 2023 at 8:12 pm

Great recipe, however the instructions say to go to ‘low heat’ after the mixture comes to a boil. I have found it’s more like medium-low because the sugar mixture needs to keep boiling & on a low heat, it doesn’t. I’ve adapted it to make peanut butter fudge & I’m going to try other flavors, as well. Thanks for the base recipe!
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Claudia
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December 8, 2023 at 10:15 pm

This recipe makes delicious, creamy fudge! (Easy to make too.)
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Michael Dwayne Ervin
December 4, 2023 at 6:11 pm

I love this fudge. taste is remarkable, Simple and turned out perfect.
Thank you so much for this.
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Donna
August 10, 2023 at 11:33 am

Sounds like a yummy recipe. I can’t wait to try it with some many rave reviews. I’ll make it as is for my family, just wondering if I could use alternative plant based butter & soy milk for myself – just trying to keep my cholesterol down while still having a treat. 😋😂
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Pam
July 19, 2023 at 1:14 pm

This is the best fudge ever. It is super easy to make and it is absolutely delicious. You will never want to try another recipe again!
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MommaK
March 12, 2023 at 9:31 pm

I haven’t tried yet, but sounds delicious. Is it overly sweet as the marshmallow one?
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- Sapote
  August 26, 2023 at 10:54 pm
  
  Yes, but you really only can eat a little before it gets overwhelming.
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Leslie Green
January 29, 2023 at 1:35 am

Just got this recipe 3 days ago and I‘ve made it 3 times so far! My new, most FAVORITE fudge recipe hands down! So fast and easy to make as well!!!🥰👍🏼😝❤️
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- Ashley - 100krecipes
  January 29, 2023 at 10:55 pm
  
  I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Leslie! ❤️❤️
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Jennifer Chandler
December 22, 2022 at 12:06 am

Wonderful recipe- i topped with crush candy cane and it was so good!
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Amanda
December 13, 2022 at 7:45 pm

Can this be safely doubled? I’m cooking for a large family gathering.
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- 100krecipes
  December 16, 2022 at 8:24 pm
  
  I have never doubled it, but I would think you could! Please let me know if you do and how it turned out.
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Terry Joslyn
December 11, 2022 at 3:02 am

At what stage do you add nuts?
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- Ashley - 100krecipes
  January 9, 2023 at 11:20 pm
  
  At step 3 when you add the vanilla, cocoa powder and confectioner’s sugar. Remember to chop them small.
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Jeff
August 20, 2022 at 3:59 pm

I am thinking about making this recipe, but instead of using cocoa powder, I was thinking of using peanut butter. Can I substitute PB without modifying the recipe?
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- Aaron
  September 11, 2022 at 7:19 pm
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  You should be good, but I’d do a small batch to check consistency. Although PB is a very viscous liquid, it is still a liquid and you’d be swapping a powder for a liquid…
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- Sue
  September 12, 2022 at 12:56 am
  
  You could possibly use the powder form of peanutbutter.
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  - Peggy
    November 22, 2022 at 12:24 am
    
    How about powdered peanutbutter
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Jackiegene
July 28, 2022 at 11:18 pm

The best I’ve had. Easy to make.
I’m 70 and finally found my fudge recipe.
Thank you!
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Arica Therrien
July 17, 2022 at 1:23 am

I’ve made many different fudge recipes and this was, by far, the easiest. No need for a candy thermometer like with the other recipes I’ve used, and I had it done within minutes! I added chopped almonds to it. My family and I have been to Mackinac City and the Upper Peninsula and we absolutely love it there, so this made me feel like we were back! I plan to make it for the county fair.
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Lynn Brown
March 17, 2022 at 11:09 pm

I was craving chocolate. I made this fudge it was so easy. It’s awesome! My granddaughter is going to love making this with me.
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Kathy Ray
February 26, 2022 at 11:43 pm

Easiest fudge I’ve ever made. It’s pure chocolate goodness!!!
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April
January 10, 2022 at 12:44 am

This is the best fudge I have ever ate! My husband said it is better than any fudge we have purchased! In fact, he said I could sell it! Thank you for the recipe.
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Pat M.
January 8, 2022 at 9:22 pm

I made this fudge with my 9-year-old granddaughter, and it was wonderful! She loves to cook with me, and this recipe was so easy. She, her two younger sisters, her parents, and I consumed it in just a couple of days! We have all been to Mackinac Island, stayed at the Grand Hotel, and watched lots of fudge being made, so this brought back very fond memories. Thank you for the great recipe!
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- 100krecipes
  January 9, 2022 at 11:39 am
  
  Oh my goodness you are so kind PAt. Thank you for coming back to leave a review!
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  - deborahparsons84@gmail.com
    December 21, 2022 at 2:27 am
    
    Can I use Hershey syrup instead of Coco powder?
    De
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    - 100krecipes
      December 22, 2022 at 10:16 pm
      
      I wouldn’t recommend it. Syrup would add liquid to the mix and the end result would not be the same.
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Cindy
December 26, 2021 at 2:09 pm

This is a very easy recipe to follow. I usually don’t even like fudge. This recipe has changed my mind about fudge. It’s so creamy and smooth. The chocolate flavor is also closer to a dark chocolate and I am dark chocolate lover. I took the fudge to a Christmas Eve gathering and everyone loved it! Thank you for sharing this recipe with us.
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- 100krecipes
  December 26, 2021 at 7:30 pm
  
  How wonderful, Cindy! So glad you decided to give it a try!
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Carolyn
December 23, 2021 at 1:41 pm

Love the fudge, I added pecans, might have cooked on too low of temperature its not setting up, too soft
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- Linda
  September 8, 2022 at 12:55 am
  
  Same thing happened to me. I brought it to a boil and then turned it to low for 6 minutes. It’s in the fridge now but has the consistency of chocolate icing.
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  - Michele paguyo1972@gmail.com
    October 13, 2022 at 2:52 am
    
    Same as mine it’s not setting up. Don’t know what i did wrong
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    - Cynthia
      December 10, 2022 at 6:29 pm
      
      Same as mine
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      - K Crop
        December 27, 2022 at 1:49 am
        
        I would suggest massaging more powdered sugar into the finished produce a bit at a time until it tightens up then refrigerate again. I haven’t tried on this recipe but have on others when the powdered sugar has gotten too moist.
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Jeanne Pratt
December 20, 2021 at 2:18 am

I loved, loved this fudge recipe, especially with nuts!! Do you know how to make the MI butter pecan fudge? I’ve had it twice and fell in love with it. I would love to try it at home. Thanks for the recipe!
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Kristyna Wood
December 20, 2021 at 1:09 am

Never have I ever… Made fudge.
My mother always did. Tonight, I made this recipe and Oh. My. Word.
Thank you so much for sharing it with the world. It is delicious.
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- 100krecipes
  December 20, 2021 at 9:40 am
  
  Oh my goodness you are so kind. Thank you for coming back to leave a review!
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Jerri
December 14, 2021 at 7:07 pm

Wow….. This Fudge is amazing. I added pecans to mine. It is so easy to make and I do love easy.
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- 100krecipes
  December 14, 2021 at 8:34 pm
  
  So glad you were able to customize it to your liking!
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Karen B.
December 11, 2021 at 8:59 pm

I have made several different recipes of fudge, but this is by far my favorite. It has a deep rich chocolate flavor and is creamy and smooth. Fabulous!
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- 100krecipes
  December 12, 2021 at 10:44 am
  
  So glad you loved it! Thanks so much for the 5 star rating!
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krysta Wolfangel
September 10, 2021 at 10:31 pm

This was very good! I was very surprised by the flavor. I have only ever made the marshmallow fudge recipe, which is so good too. I like this recipe a lot!
You don’t want to over cook the fudge since the texture will be less creamy if you heat it too long.
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- 100krecipes
  September 11, 2021 at 11:44 am
  
  How wonderful, Krysta! So glad you decided to give it a try!
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FAQs

What is the secret to perfect fudge? ›

Valuable tips for successful fudge

Don't stir during cooking. Fudge can be cooked on the stove or in the microwave. ...
Avoid crystallization. During cooking, sugar crystals can stick to the sides of the pan. ...
Let cool before beating. After being cooked, the sugar must crystallize again to create fudge. ...
Beat the mixture.

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What makes Mackinac Island fudge different? ›

To obtain the world famous taste, the fudge is slowly cooked in traditional copper kettles over a gas flame. Once the desired temperature is reached, the mixture is poured onto marble slabs for a cooling period and then hand-paddled into loaves.

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What is the creamiest fudge on Mackinac Island? ›

The Murray Hotel offers a wide variety of fudge flavors where everyone can find something that they enjoy. Voted the creamiest fudge on Mackinac Island we strive to uphold that name and provide the best quality fudge there is to offer.

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Why is my 3 ingredient fudge not setting? ›

Why won't my 3 ingredient fudge set? This often happens when the condensed milk and chocolate chip mixture isn't hot enough to start.

What consistency should fudge be before it sets? ›

You know it's ready when a small amount of the mixture dropped into a glass of cold water sets into a soft ball that you can lift out with a teaspoon and pinch between your fingers. Turn off the heat and keep stirring for 5 minutes or until the mix starts to thicken a little.

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How to make fudge thicker? ›

How can you fix soft fudge? Put it in a microwave safe bowl that is large enough that it won't boil over. Reheat it to the boiling point and cook for about 3 more minutes. Then you can beat some powdered sugar into it if this doesn't make it set.

How to make fudge more solid? ›

How do you fix fudge that is too soft? Bring the fudge back to a boil with 1–2 US tbsp (15–30 ml) of cream. If your fudge is soft or runny, it probably didn't come up to a high enough temperature while it was cooking. Put it back into the saucepan and add 1–2 US tbsp (15–30 ml) of 35% fat whipping cream.

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Why hasn't my fudge set properly? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

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What ingredient makes fudge hard? ›

Too cooked

At this temperature, the sugar is too concentrated and there is not enough water left to form syrup around sugar crystals. The result is hard and brittle fudge. To save the fudge, put it in a saucepan with 45 to 60 ml (3 or 4 tbsp.)

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What does cream of tartar do in fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

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Best Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe | 100K Recipes (2024)

HOW TO MAKE MACKINAC ISLAND FUDGE?

CAN YOU FREEZE MACKINAC ISLAND FUDGE?

HOW TO STORE MACKINAC ISLAND FUDGE?

TIPS FOR BAKING THE PERFECT ISLAND FUDGE

OTHER RECIPES YOU MIGHT ENJOY

Best Mackinac Island Fudge Recipe

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What is the secret to perfect fudge? ›

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