Pumpkin Fudge Tips
Can you make pumpkin pie spice?
Yes, you can make your own
homemade pumpkin pie spice. Simply mix four teaspoons of cinnamon, two teaspoons of ground ginger, a teaspoon of ground cloves and a half teaspoon of ground nutmeg together. That's it! Store in a cool, dry place for up to six months.
What other nuts can you add instead of pecans?
While we recommend using pecans for this
fudge recipe, you could also try using finely-chopped walnuts instead. If you have leftover nuts to spare, use them up in these crunchy
walnut recipes.
Can you use either salted or unsalted butter?
It's a matter of preference whether you use salted or unsalted butter. We recommend using unsalted butter for this recipe so the salt doesn't take away from the oh-so-good spiced pumpkin flavor. Learn more about
the differences between salted and unsalted butter before your next bake.
Research contributed by Christina Herbst, Taste of Home Assistant Digital Editor
Candy Thermometers
We recommend that you test your candy thermometer before each use by bringing water to a boil; the thermometer should read 212°. Adjust your recipe temperature up or down based on your test.
Nutrition Facts
1 piece: 58 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 18mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.