Penuche (Brown Sugar) Fudge

This is pronounced “pee-noo-chee.” Pay close attention to the temperature of the mixture while boiling and also stir/beat it until it slightly thickens and isn’t as shiny.

Ingredients

3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla flavoring or 2 teaspoons maple flavoring if you want a maple penuche
1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts), optional

Combine first 5 ingredients (milk, sugar, brown sugar, salt, and corn syrup) in a saucepan. Place over low heat and cook, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves and mixture is well blended.

Increase heat and bring to a boiling point and boil gently WITHOUT STIRRING until soft ball stage (236º-240ºF), then remove from heat.

Add butter, cool for around 10-20 minutes; until mixture is around 110ºF. Add vanilla (or maple) flavoring and nuts, if desired. Beat until it thickens slightly and starts to lose its gloss. Pour immediately into greased pan. Cool and cut.