Jamoncillo de Leche (Mexican Fudge)

7 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 45 min
Ready In: 55 min

“If you have ever been in Texas or any of the Southwest border cities you will be familiar with this candy. If you are Mexican-American, good food is a part of our tradition. This candy resembles a type of fudge.” - by Luci Silva

Ingredients

1 quart whole milk
1 3/4 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cinnamon stick
1 cup chopped pecans
24 pecan halves for garnish

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Original recipe yields 1 pound

Directions

Combine milk, sugar, vanilla, baking soda, and cinnamon stick in a large heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook, stirring continuously. After about 20 minutes remove the cinnamon stick. Place a candy thermometer in the pan and cook until the thermometer reaches soft-ball stage 240 degrees F (115 degrees C) or until you can see th bottom of the pan when you stir.
Remove the candy from the heat and add the chopped pecans. Beat the candy with a mixer for about 5 minutes. Pour the candy into a buttered 9x9-inch pan. Press pecan halves onto the top of the warm candy. Cool, then cut into pieces. Store candy in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (24 total)

Calories
124 cal
6%

Fat
5.7 g
9%

Carbs
17.4 g
6%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Lisa66

Dec. 29, 2010

"This is absolutely wonderful candy! I love Mexican candy and this is the real thing. Took a full 45 minutes of cooking with nonstop stirring. Got a little tired but oh my it was worth it. Candy's ..." See moreso smooth and melts in your mouth. Sweetness is just right. I used walnuts (cheaper than pecans) and it was great. Make sure and use a big pot as milk seems to double in size until it boils down to a rich caramel color. I will be making this again!"

Jennifer A.

Jan. 4, 2010

"Tastes really good! But if you want something to whip up quick this is not a recipe for you! You have to stir this constantly for a good 30 - 45 minutes! Definetely not good for bad hands LOL Pretty g..." See moreood outcome tastes like pecan pralines but a little less sweet!"