Fudge is one of the most delicious desserts you can make at home, especially during the holidays. It is a sweet and savory treat with a soft consistency, which has a rich, indulgent flavor. Fudge is usually made with butter, sugar, chocolate, and milk. You can also add other flavors like peanut butter, vanilla, butterscotch, and maple. Nuts and marshmallows can also be added to your fudge recipes. After you make a batch of fudge can you freeze it? Does it freeze well? The answer is yes.
Can You Freeze Fudge?
Yes, you can freeze fudge and it will last in the freezer for up to 3 months if stored properly. Let’s go through the steps needed to freeze fudge properly.
How Do You Freeze Fudge
Follow your recipe instructions and make the fudge. Allow the fudge to cool down before freezing.
- The first step in getting the fudge ready to freeze would be to cut it into smaller pieces. Cutting into smaller pieces will make your defrosting process easier as opposed to freezing the whole thing without cutting it. When you are ready to eat the fudge you can then just take out the amount of pieces that you want to eat. It just makes things easier that way.
- The second step would be to wrap the fudge pieces with wax paper. I always freeze my fudge this way but it is optional if you don’t have wax paper on hand. After wrapping with wax paper you would then wrap it again with plastic wrap. ( If you don’t have wax paper skip that step and just wrap the fudge pieces tightly with plastic wrap). This will ensure the fudge will not be dry and will keep the moisture in.
- After doing this you would then place the fudge into a freezer-safe bag or freezer-safe air-tight container. Remember to remove as much air as possible from the bag before closing.
- The last step would be to label your bag or container with the name and date. This will help you remember when you froze the fudge. Place the fudge in the freezer.
Questions
Does Freezing Fudge Ruin It?
Freezing fudge will not ruin it as it freezes well. You must make sure to wrap the fudge well before freezing. A slight change in texture or flavor may be noticed after freezing.
How Long Does Fudge Last?
Room Temperature- Fudge stored in an airtight container can last 7-14 days at room temperature.
Fridge– Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 weeks.
Freezer- Fudge will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. Some fudge can last longer.
How To Defrost Frozen Fudge?
The best way to defrost fudge is in the refrigerator in the plastic bag that you froze it in.
How To Store Fudge?
Store fudge in an airtight container. If you have multiple pieces or fudge place a piece of wax paper in between them. This will ensure no moisture gets in. Keep the fudge in a cool, dry location. Freeze the fudge if you don’t plan to use it for a while.
Can You Freeze Fudge with Condensed Milk?
Yes, fudge with condensed milk freezes well. Follow the steps above for freezing instructions.
Tips
- The flavor and texture of the fudge could change slightly depending on the ingredients added.
- Store in the back of the freezer.
- Watch what you store the fudge in as it can change the flavor, such as anything cardboard.
- Don’t stack the fudge, as the fudge will stick together.
- Milk does separate when it is frozen. This will not affect the flavor, more the texture.
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Can You Freeze Fudge
Ingredients
- Fudge
Instructions
- Cut fudge into smaller pieces.
- Wrap the fudge pieces with wax paper.
- After wrapping with wax paper you would then wrap it again with plastic wrap.
- Place the fudge into a freezer-safe bag or freezer-safe air-tight container. Remember to remove as much air as possible from the bag before closing.
- The last step would be to label your bag or container with the name and date. Place the fudge in the freezer.
Notes
- The flavor and texture of the fudge could change slightly depending on the ingredients added.
- Store in the back of the freezer.
- Watch what you store the fudge in as it can change the flavor, such as anything cardboard.
- Don’t stack the fudge, as the fudge will stick together.
- Milk does separate when it is frozen. This will not affect the flavor, more the texture.
