Copycat Old-Fashioned See's Candy Fudge Recipe (2024)

November 26, 2023 by Melissa 39 Comments

Copycat See’s Candy Fudge Recipe – rich homemade chocolate fudge made with semi sweet chocolate chips and marshmallow creme. An old-fashioned fudge recipe just like grandma used to make.

Old-Fashioned See’s Candy Fudge Recipe

This Copycat See’s Fudge is so delicious and extremely easy to make. See’s Candies is definitely a Christmas favorite around our house and everyone loves their fudge! This recipe makes an entire 9×13 pan of delicious fudge, so it’s perfect for gift giving.This recipe comes straight from my Grandma Wanda’s Christmas candy collection. I was going to title this recipe Grandma Wanda’s Fudge, but I figured if Grandma Wanda called it See’s Fudge, then I should call it See’s Fudge too!

How to Make See’s Candy Fudge

In a large bowl, combine semi sweet chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, butter, walnuts or pecans and pure vanilla extract. I use walnuts or pecans, but the original See’s Candies fudge has walnuts.
In a very large pot, heat sugar and evaporated milk until it boils, then continue boiling for 9 minutes. Remove from heat and add to chocolate chip mixture and stir until completely melted.
Pour in 9×13 baking dish lined with foil and sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Let cool, then refrigerate until firm. Slice into square pieces.

Ingredients You Will Need

Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips
Butter
Walnuts or Pecans
Marshmallow Creme
Vanilla Extract
Granulated White Sugar
Evaporated Milk

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Freezing Fudge

Fudge is great for making ahead and freezing! Store in an airtight container and freeze for up to three months. To thaw, remove from freezer and let thaw for a couple hours at room temperature. Alternatively, you can thaw in the refrigerator overnight.

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5 from 20 votes

Old-Fashioned See's Candy Fudge Recipe

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

9 mins

Chilling

1 d

Total Time

19 mins

Old-Fashioned See's Candy Fudge Recipe- rich homemade chocolate fudge made with semi sweet chocolate chips and marshmallow creme

Course:Dessert

Cuisine:American

Keyword:Candy Recipe, Fudge, Fudge Recipe, Old-Fashioned Fudge Recipe

Servings: 50 pieces

Calories: 215 kcal

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

18ozsemi sweet chocolate chipsby weight
2sticksbutter16 tablespoons
2cupswalnutsor pecans
1 7ozmarshmallow creme
2teaspoonspure vanilla extract
4 1/2cupsgranulated sugar
12ozcan of evaporated milk

Instructions

Prepare a 9x13 baking dish by lining with foil and spraying with non stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine chocolate chips, butter, nuts, marshmallow creme and vanilla extract.
In a large heavy bottom cooking pot, combine sugar and evaporated milk.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Once mixture starts to boil, reduce heat to medium high and stirring constantly, let it boil for exactly 9 minutes.
Remove from heat and pour into chocolate chip mixture.
Stir well until melted.
Pour mixture into 9x13 pan and let cool.
Refrigerate until set. I prefer to refrigerate overnight for best results.
Use foil to remove from pan and cut into 1 inch cubes.

Nutrition Facts

Old-Fashioned See's Candy Fudge Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 215Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Fat 11g17%

Saturated Fat 5g31%

Cholesterol 12mg4%

Sodium 41mg2%

Potassium 100mg3%

Carbohydrates 29g10%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 25g28%

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Comments

Shelley
December 8, 2017 at 5:33 am

I have a Mrs See’s fudge bar recipe from the late 60’s from an old family friend…Grew up in S Calif….So we enjoyed See’s too….And your recipe is exactly like the one I have!!! I have seen others, not even close
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- Melissa
  December 9, 2017 at 8:22 am
  
  That’s lovely to hear, Shelley! Merry Christmas!
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  - Victor Saitta
    February 9, 2020 at 4:56 am
    
    My mother worked at Sees candies in the early 60s and made the fudge! The recipe she passed down to us kids is very similar to the one you have posted!
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- Barbara Hamilton
  October 10, 2019 at 2:59 am
  
  Shelley, me too!! I see lots of ‘See’s’ recipes on the internet that ARE NOT the original. This one is. My mom had this recipe since the 50′ when we lived in L.A. and would visit Mary See’s store for a rare treat!
  She has passed away but I make 5 pounds of this recipe every Christmas!!
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Laurie Ryan
December 12, 2017 at 11:53 am

Dose this fudge need to be kept in the fridge?
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- Melissa
  December 13, 2017 at 11:46 am
  
  I like it cold, but it can be served at room temperature. Best to keep it stored in the fridge.
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Emma
January 24, 2018 at 6:22 pm

Oh my goodness! You just scored me major brownie points with the kids. Thanks for the great recipe Melissa.
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Dmarie
December 3, 2018 at 12:31 am

Once it reaches boiling point, do continue to “stir” for the 9 minutes? Thanks!
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- Melissa
  December 3, 2018 at 9:49 am
  
  Yes! ?
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Sandy Torni
December 9, 2018 at 6:46 am

I’m curious on the amount of chocolate chips in this recipe. Others I have seen are exactly the same, but with double the amount…3-12 oz bags. Your thoughts?
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- Melissa
  December 10, 2018 at 9:37 am
  
  Hi Sandy!
  I noticed the same thing when I compared my Grandma’s recipe to others out there. I went ahead with her measurements when testing and have been quite happy with the results!
  See Also
  Old-Fashioned Divinity Candy Recipe
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- Dragon Lady
  December 19, 2019 at 11:39 pm
  
  That’s because this is not the original Sees’s Candies Fudge Recipe…it’s close, but NOT the original. I grew up in So. Cal and it was accidently published in the news paper in the early 60’s. The original recipe makes 10 LBS. And, do not use the the pan size indicated in this recipe. Also, never heard of lining your pan with foil either…grease it with butter instead. Oh, and never use margarine ALWAYS use real butter or it will not taste right. Don’t use imitation vanilla either. Use Spice Islands pure burbon vanilla.
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Julie Herr
December 15, 2018 at 4:55 pm

Mine did not turn our. Help I followed the recipe to a tee
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Tammy
December 16, 2018 at 3:11 am

Can’t wait to try. Was curious, is the pecan/walnuts necessary. Would love to put this in a holidays goodies box but I worry about nut allergies.
Thanks!
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Linda
December 20, 2018 at 8:43 pm

When I was a child (very long ago lol) my mother made us this very exact recipe. The only difference is it’s boiled 13 minutes. The recipe was passed down to me and I have been making it for the last 47 years. My mother was told it was a McFarlands candy recipe. Makes me wonder which it really is. The recipe has since been passed down to my daughter and her children are now enjoying it. BEST FUDGE EVER!
Helpful hint….line the dish with parchment paper and there is no need to oil the foil. Just lift it out of the tray and cut. The paper peels right off.
Linda
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Tina
November 2, 2019 at 12:26 am

Excellent!! This is the best fudge I’ve ever made. I’ve used the same recipe for over 20 years, then I came upon this one…I’ll never go back to my “old” favorite again. Thank you so much. This just can’t be beat!!
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Jamielyn
November 25, 2019 at 1:10 pm

I LOVE Sees fudge and this was pretty identical! So good!!
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Stephanie
November 25, 2019 at 1:10 pm

This is my favorite thing to buy at See’s and the recipe was spot on. Thank you!
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Lauren Kelly
November 25, 2019 at 1:47 pm

I made this last year for Christmas and it was a huge hit! I made it again yesterday for Thanksgiving!
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Katie
November 25, 2019 at 1:47 pm

I’ve never had this kind of fudge, but it looks like I need to try! Looks so tasty!
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Laura
December 16, 2019 at 7:28 pm

Hello can I use milk chocolate chips instead of semi sweet?
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- Melissa
  December 23, 2019 at 8:46 am
  
  I haven’t tried, but I think it would work just fine.
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Nancy A
December 18, 2019 at 10:51 am

So delicious- best fudge recipe. I made a blueberry flavor too. Thanks for sharing
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Toni Dash
September 30, 2020 at 7:21 am

This was a huge hit at my house! It was so good!
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Lauren Kelly
September 30, 2020 at 7:45 am

This is beyond amazing! I keep some in the freezer for a quick treat!
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Lisalia
September 30, 2020 at 8:11 am

I LOVE see’s candy. Can’t believe how easy this was to make. And YES it tastes just like the original. YUM!
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Betsy
December 8, 2020 at 12:02 pm

Delicious fudge! So creamy and fudgy and good!
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Jessica Burgess
December 8, 2020 at 12:27 pm

Ahhh!! I’ve been looking for a fudge recipe that reminded me of my childhood and this is IT!! Thank you!
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Sara Welch
December 8, 2020 at 12:30 pm

Adding this to my baking line up for the holiday season; looks so creamy and rich!
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Vicki Newell
December 8, 2020 at 2:43 pm

I’ve never been able to make fudge turn out right no matter which recipe I used, but I’ll give this a try using walnuts.
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Vergie
December 21, 2020 at 10:16 am

I’ve used this very recipe for 30 or 40 years, it’s hard to have a fail, the only fail I’ve ever had is when I didn’t cook it long enough….I’ve changed it a bit for different flavors, like white chips and candied cherries for a delightful cherry vanilla fudge, or add 1/2 cup peanut butter and add peanut butter chips for a good peanut butter fudge…Thanks for putting it out there once again, it just never gets old!!
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deb doolen
January 5, 2022 at 1:52 pm

The best recipe!!! Has anyone used peanut butter chips instead of chocolate?
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nonnie
October 30, 2023 at 3:01 pm

I plan on making a couple batches of this fudge. Can I freeze it. That is very important
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- Melissa
  November 26, 2023 at 12:39 pm
  
  Yes, it’s great to freeze!
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Abby
November 27, 2023 at 2:16 pm

This was the best fudge I’ve ever had! Going to make this for my christmas cookie tins this year.
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Brenda Yost
November 27, 2023 at 2:25 pm

I have been making this fudge at Christmas for years. My mother made it before me and everyone always comments on how good it is…creamy, smooth, melt in your mouth heaven! As long as you stir the mixture for the suggested amount of time, you too can have smooth creamy fudge. I like to use dark chocolate to switch it up but the best to use is the Ghirardelli semi sweet chips. Good luck and enjoy!
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jess
November 27, 2023 at 4:11 pm

this fudge is what dreams are made of and I cannot thank you enough for sharing this amazing reicpe!
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Pam
November 27, 2023 at 4:29 pm

My See’s Candy obsessed daughter gave the 10/10!! It turned out perfect!
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LINDA T
December 10, 2023 at 4:26 am

Thanks for this recipe. It’s so easy to make and always a big hit with family and friends over the holidays or any time. This recipe also works really well if you like to experiment with different types of chocolates, white, peanut butter, butterscotch, etc., and a variety of yummy add-ins, such as dried cranberries, cherries, chopped salted pretzels, and nuts, of course!
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