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Creamy Buttermilk and Orange Fudge with Rosemary


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  • Author: Patricia Conte
  • Yield: 16 pieces 1x

Description

A sweet and tangy fudge with a fresh hint of rosemary to beautifully complement the orange flavors. Recipe adapted from Bon Appétit


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest, divided
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves, chopped very fine (more or less to taste)
  • Sea salt to garnish
  • Candy thermometer

Instructions

  1. Line 2 mini loaf pans with parchment paper, or aluminum foil, so it overhangs on two sides.
  2. Add the butter to a large sauce pan over medium heat. When the butter melts, add the sugar, buttermilk, honey, and salt. Mix to combine until the sugar has dissolved. This should only take 2-3 minutes.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high (or high, depending on your stove). Bring the mixture to a boil and insert the candy thermometer.
  4. Allow the mixture to boil until it reaches 240 degrees F. on the candy thermometer. It’s very important to reach this temperature, or your fudge will not harden later.
  5. Immediately transfer the mixture to a stand mixer and beat on medium speed for 4-5 minutes, or until the mixture is thick. After the first minute or so, add 1-1/2 teaspoons of the orange zest to the mixer.
  6. When the mixture is ready to transfer from the bowl, fold in the rosemary. Divide the mixture in half and pour into each of the lined mini loaves.
  7. Smooth the tops with a mini offset spatula, then garnish with the remaining orange zest and sprinkle with sea salt.
  8. Allow the mixture to sit for about an hour, or until it has set up firmly.
  9. Lift the fudge from the pans using the overhanging paper, and cut each into 8 pieces.
  • Category: Dessert