Hickory nut fudge
Hickory nut fudge is a rich, creamy confection traditionally made from sugar, butter, and milk or cream, generously studded with the distinctive, slightly smoky-flavored hickory nuts. It is a classic American treat, particularly associated with the Appalachian region and the Midwest, where hickory trees are abundant.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-fat, high-carbohydrate dessert with minimal protein, providing a quick energy boost primarily from sugars and fats. A typical serving is calorie-dense, offering around 250-300 kcal, with notable amounts of calcium and iron from the dairy and nuts.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg |
| Potassium | 90 mg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin A | 50 IU |
Per 1 piece (50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The unique flavor comes from the hickory nut itself, which has a sweet, buttery, and subtly smoky taste distinct from more common walnuts or pecans. Nutritionally, the nuts add a small boost of healthy fats and minerals to an otherwise simple sugar-and-fat confection.
