Fudge

Fudge is a rich, creamy confection made primarily from sugar, butter, and milk or cream, often flavored with chocolate, vanilla, or other ingredients like nuts or caramel. It originated in the United States in the late 19th century, with early recipes appearing in college cookbooks and becoming a popular homemade treat.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Fudge is very high in carbohydrates and fat, with minimal protein, making it a calorie-dense sweet; a typical 1-inch square piece can contain around 100-150 calories, along with quick energy from sugars and some calcium from dairy ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	110 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	4.5 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	16 g
Sodium	20 mg
Calcium	15 mg
Iron	0.3 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Phosphorus	20 mg
Potassium	50 mg
Vitamin A	10 µg
Vitamin D	0.1 µg
Cholesterol	5 mg

Per 1 piece (28 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Fudge is culturally significant as a nostalgic, homemade comfort food in American culture, often associated with holidays and gift-giving, and its smooth texture comes from carefully controlled sugar crystallization during cooking, which is a key technique in candy-making.