Description
Butter Pecan Pumpkin Fudge is a must-try autumn dessert that blends the creamy sweetness of pumpkin with crunchy toasted pecans. This easy-to-make fudge captures the essence of fall, making it perfect for family gatherings, Halloween parties, or simply to indulge in on a chilly evening. Each bite melts in your mouth, delivering a delightful burst of warm spices and nutty goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp allspice
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, butter, brown sugar, and pumpkin puree. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and spices until well combined.
- Fold in the toasted pecans.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared dish and spread evenly. Allow it to cool at room temperature for about two hours or refrigerate until set.
- Once firm, lift out using parchment paper and cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (28g)
- Calories: 116
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg