How do you fix grainy fudge?
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How do you fix grainy fudge?
In order to do this, take your fudge and place it back into your saucepan, along with some water and cream. When your fudge is melted back down again, you will have to re-boil it. What is this? Once you have done that, you can stir it until the grainy texture disappears and you’re left with a smooth mixture.
Why did my fudge get grainy?
A lot of big crystals in fudge makes it grainy. By letting the fudge cool without stirring, you avoid creating seed crystals. The more you stir, the more crystal seeds you get. But instead of getting a few huge crystals (and grainy candy), you get lots and lots of tiny crystals, which make for thick, smooth candy.
What does fudge look like when it’s ready?
The fudge is ready when a candy thermometer reads between 112 to 114 °C (234 to 237 °F) or the mixture forms a soft ball in cold water. Let the mixture cool before beating. The fudge should be warm but not burning hot. Stop beating when the surface of the mixture starts to look dull or matte.
Should you Stir fudge while boiling?
Never stir the mixture during cooking or sugar could crystallize again. The mixture may seize and become grainy. The fudge is ready when a candy thermometer reads between 112 to 114 °C (234 to 237 °F) or the mixture forms a soft ball in cold water. Let the mixture cool before beating.
Is fudge better with evaporated or condensed milk?
Evaporated milk is milk that has been cooked to reduce its water content. It is more stable than regular milk and it can be cooked at high temperatures without curdling, a real benefit to fudge. While you can use evaporated milk in place of regular milk in many circumstances, the same is not true in reverse.
What happens if you use evaporated milk for fudge?
Unfortunately, you cannot use evaporated milk instead of condensed milk in fudge. You can substitute evaporated milk for regular milk in many instances, but it will not give the same rich, creamy taste that you get from the sweetened condensed milk.