Butter-Pecan Fudge is a simple recipe to make but tastes delicious. It’s perfect for dessert for a crowd since one batch makes 64 pieces!
Jump to RecipeWe’ve made a few different types of fudge and they always come out delicious. This time, we decided to make a very different one than before. I’ve made Treacle Fudge for our Harry Potter recipes, Double Chocolate Fudge when we had a lot of extra chocolate chips, and Brown Sugar Fudge. This time, though, we made a lighter recipe: butter-pecan fudge!
Butter-Pecan Fudge is flavored with butter, vanilla, and pecans plus some sugar. Butter-pecan flavor can be used for a variety of desserts. A few months ago we made some caramel-pecan ice cream from a recipe that came with the stand mixer ice cream bowl attachment. We all enjoyed it, so we started thinking of other things to make with a similar flavor.
Fudge is a great dessert if you are going to be entertaining. It doesn’t take a lot to make, and you can cut it into many servings. This recipe is so sweet, you’ll want just a small bit at a time. We were able to get about 64 pieces from the batch that we made!
Just remember that fudge keeps better when it’s chilled. If you bring this to an outdoor event, the fudge will start to soften just a bit as it sits in the heat. We stored the fudge in the refrigerator for this reason.

Butter-Pecan Fudge Step by Step
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tsp light rum
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup crushed pecans
Preparation
Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper and prepare all of your ingredients.

In a large saucepan, over medium heat, combine the butter, sugar, brown sugar, heavy whipping cream, and salt. Bring it to a boil, stirring constantly so nothing burns to the bottom of the pan.

Stop stirring and cook until a candy thermometer reads 234F (soft-ball stage).

Remove from the heat and add the rum without stirring. The alcohol in the rum will make the mixture bubble up again, but leave it alone.

Cool to 110F. This took about 30 minutes for me.

Beat with a spoon until the fudge begins the thicken. Slowly stir in the powdered sugar until the fudge is smooth. It will get hard to stir, but keep going until it’s all combined.

Add the crushed pecans and stir until the fudge is very thick and loses its glossy sheen.

Immediately spread into the lined pan. Cool for about 1 hour.

Use the parchment paper to remove the fudge and cut into pieces about 1-in square.

Butter-Pecan Fudge Leftovers
Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should last about 3-5 days as long as it stays chilled. If you live in a cooler climate, it may be ok on the counter, but heat and humidity will quickly soften the fudge and make it stick together.

Recipe
Originally Published On: June 26, 2020

Butter-Pecan Fudge
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tsp light rum
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup crushed pecans
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper
- In a large saucepan, over medium heat, combine the butter, sugar, brown sugar, heavy whipping cream, and salt
- Bring it to a boil, stirring constantly
- Stop stirring and cook until a candy thermometer reads 234F (soft-ball stage)
- Remove from the heat and add the rum without stirring
- Cool to 110F, about 30 minutes
- Beat with a spoon until the fudge begins the thicken
- Slowly stir in the powdered sugar until the fudge is smooth
- Add the crushed pecans and stir until the fudge is very thick and loses its glossy sheen
- Immediately spread into the lined pan
- Cool for about 1 hour
- Use the parchment paper to remove the fudge and cut into pieces about 1-in square
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutrition content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
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- Double Chocolate Fudge
Ooh, this sounds absolutely delicious! I love fudge – it’s one of my favourite sweets! I’m definitely going to be making some of this…
I’ve made fudge a few times now and it never disappoints!
I looooove fudge but I never made it myself! I would love to make it, pecan fudge looks soooo good….
I’ve made a few different fudge recipes now, and it’s easier than you would think!
Yum! This turned out so good. I have some in the freezer so I don’t eat it so quickly. Thank you!
Oh, good idea! I ate wayyyyy too much of this when I made it 🙂
I love pecan with anything, your pecan fudge came out so perfect. making syrup is still difficult for me. Checking temperature surely helps. Great holiday recipe.
Having a candy thermometer definitely makes a difference. I’ve made a few fudge recipes before, and I couldn’t do it without the thermometer.
Fudge is one of my favourite sweet treats – although I find it hard to stop at just a couple of pieces! This fudge sounds incredible.
I have the same problem! I either give a bunch away or put it in inconvenient places to slow myself down!
I love butter pecan flavored desserts and this fudge was amazing!!! I will make this over and over again!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Kathryn! We have made it a few times now, too.
Love fudge and this is amazing flavor. Thanks for sharing
You’re welcome! It’s too yummy not to share 🙂
Sounds great! May look at giving this a whirl over the weekend when I have some free space!
Yumm! This looks absolutely delicious and would make a great holiday gift! Have to give this recipe a try soon.
I’ve never tried to make fudge at home, I love it but never tried to do it myself…Can’t wait to try your recipe.
Fudge is such a delicious holiday treat. I love making it and giving it out as gifts. This Butter Pecan sounds marvelous.
I never knew it was so easy to make fudge. I will have to try this!
This looks so indulgent and I can’t wait to make this especially with the step by step instructions.
How delicious! I love fudge, these make great little Christmas gifts too wrapped up in a sellophane bag and tied with a ribbon