Best My Mom’s Fudge Recipe (And Why It Never Lasts More Than a Day)

Some recipes aren’t just food—they’re time machines.

One bite of this fudge, and I’m back in my childhood kitchen: steam fogging the windows, the gentle clink of a wooden spoon against a heavy pot, and the rich, deep aroma of chocolate and butter swirling together like a promise.

My Mom’s Fudge isn’t fancy. It doesn’t need a stand mixer, a candy thermometer, or Instagram-worthy swirls. But it is perfect: velvety smooth, deeply chocolatey, and just sweet enough to linger on your tongue without overwhelming it.

And yes—it never lasts more than a day. Not because it’s fragile, but because everyone keeps whispering, “Just one more piece…” until the pan is mysteriously empty.

🌟 Why This Recipe Actually Works (No Failures Allowed!)
Most fudge fails fall into three traps: