Triple Caramel Popcorn Fudge Recipes

TRIPLE-CARAMEL POPCORN FUDGE

Steps:

• Line bottom and sides of 8-inch square pan with foil, leaving edges of foil hanging over 2 sides of pan for easy removal later; spray foil with cooking spray.
• In 2-quart saucepan, heat dulce de leche and chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth (mixture will be very thick); remove from heat. Quickly stir in vanilla. Stir in 2 cups caramel popcorn. Spread in pan.
• In medium microwavable bowl, microwave caramels and cream uncovered on High 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and smooth. Very slowly pour caramel mixture over fudge layer, and gently spread to cover. Sprinkle with salt and 1 1/2 cups caramel popcorn; press gently so it sticks. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours. Cut into 1-inch squares (8 rows by 8 rows). Store covered in refrigerator.

TRIPLE-CHOCOLATE TURTLE FUDGE

Steps:

• Line 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil, extending foil over sides of pan; grease foil. In Dutch oven or 4-quart saucepan, combine sugar, butter and evaporated milk; cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, stirring frequently. Bring to a full boil, stirring constantly. Without stirring, boil 5 to 6 minutes over medium heat or until candy thermometer registers 234°F. Remove saucepan from heat.
• Add marshmallows, chocolate chips, sweet chocolate and unsweetened chocolate; stir until all chocolate is melted. Stir in vanilla and 1/2 cup of the pecans. Quickly spread mixture in greased foil-lined pan.
• In medium saucepan, cook caramels and water over low heat until melted, stirring frequently. Drizzle melted caramels evenly over fudge. Sprinkle remaining pecans over caramel. Cool 2 hours.
• Use foil to lift fudge from pan; remove foil. Cut into 1-inch squares.

CARAMEL POPCORN BALLS

Steps:

• Add 1 tablespoon of the oil to a 4 quart saucepan, and heat over high heat. When oil is hot, add 1/2 cup of popping corn. Keep pan moving constantly. When corn stops popping, remove from heat. Place popped corn in oven to keep warm. Repeat until all corn has been popped. Set aside.
• In a medium saucepan with a candy thermometer inserted, combine butter, sugar, and corn syrup. Stir well and bring to boiling over medium heat. Stir in condensed milk; simmer, stirring constantly, until thermometer reads 238 degrees F (114 degrees C). Stir in vanilla.
• Pour caramel over popped corn and stir to coat. Butter hands lightly; shape popcorn into balls about 3 1/2 inches in diameter.

ULTIMATE CARAMEL CHOCOLATE POPCORN

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 250°. Place popcorn and nuts in a greased roasting pan; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, butter and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir 5 minutes. , Remove from heat; stir in baking soda (mixture will foam). Quickly pour over popcorn and mix well., Transfer to two greased 15x10X1-in. baking pans. , Bake 1 hour or until dry, stirring every 15 minutes., In a microwave, melt each chocolate separately, adding 1 teaspoon shortening to each 1/2 cup chips; stir until smooth. Drizzle over popcorn mixture; let stand until set., Break into clusters. Store in an airtight container.,

TRIPLE CHOCOLATE TURTLE FUDGE

Steps:

• Line 15x10x1 inch baking pan with foil so foil extends over sides of pan.
• Grease foil.
• In large saucepan, combine sugar, butter and evaporated milk and cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
• Bring to a full boil, stirring constantly.
• Boil 5 minutes over medium heat, without stirring.
• Remove from heat.
• Add marshmallows, chocolate chips, sweet chocolate and unsweetened chocolate, stirring constantly, until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.
• Stir in vanilla and pecans.
• Quickly spread mixture in greased foil lined pan.
• In medium saucepan, combine caramels and water.
• Cook over low heat until caramels are melted, stirring frequently.
• Pour melted caramels evenly over fudge to cover completely.
• Arrange pecan halves over caramel.
• Cool 2 hours or until completely cooled.
• Remove fudge from pan by lifting foil.
• Remove foil and cut into squares.

CARAMEL-POPCORN HOT-FUDGE SUNDAES

Steps:

• Caramel popcorn: Coat 2 rimmed baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add popcorn and cover. Cook, shaking pot frequently, until corn has finished popping. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in peanuts.
• Heat butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring, until sugar is dissolved and butter is melted, 5 minutes. Continue to cook until mixture reaches 290 degrees on a candy thermometer, then remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla and baking soda, making sure soda is dissolved fully. Drizzle half of caramel over popcorn mixture; pour remainder onto one baking sheet and let cool. Quickly toss popcorn to coat, then transfer to other baking sheet; let cool completely. Break caramel popcorn into bits. Popcorn can be stored in a resealable plastic bag at room temperature up to 5 days.
• Caramel-chunk ice cream: Finely chop sheet of cooled caramel. Working in 2 batches, soften ice cream with an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat half of chopped caramel into each batch until thoroughly combined. Freeze until firm, 2 hours.
• Hot-fudge sauce: Heat brown sugar and cocoa in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, whisking to combine. Add cream and corn syrup and whisk until smooth. Cook, whisking occasionally, until mixture thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Stir in chocolate, butter, vanilla, and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until chocolate and butter are melted and sauce is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Let cool slightly. Sauce can be stored in refrigerator up to 5 days; reheat over low heat before serving.
• To serve, layer ice cream in glasses with warm hot fudge and caramel popcorn.

TRIPLE CHOCOLATE CARAMEL COOKIES

Steps:

• In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and cocoa; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips and pecans. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make a 3/8- to 1/2-in.-deep indentation in the center of each ball. Smooth any cracks. Fill each indentation half full with caramel topping. , Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until caramel is very bubbly and cookies are set. Cool for 5 minutes before removing to wire racks. Drizzle cooled cookies with candy coating.

TRIPLE CHOCOLATE FUDGE

Steps:

• 1. Line 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil so foil extends over sides of pan grease foil. In large saucepan, combine sugar, butter and evaporated milk cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a full boil, stirring constantly. Boil over medium heat, without stirring, for 5 minutes.2. Remove saucepan from heat. Add marshmallows stir until melted. Add chocolate chips, sweet chocolate and unsweetened chocolate, stirring constantly until all chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.3. Stir in vanilla, almond extract and walnuts. Quickly spread mixture in greased foil-lined pan. Sprinkle with colored sugar. Cool 1 hour or until completely cooled.4. Remove fudge from pan by lifting foil remove foil from sides of fudge. With long knife, cut fudge into squares. Store in refrigerator.Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size: 1 Square * Calories: 170 * Calories from Fat: 60 * % Daily Value: Total Fat: 7 g 11% * Saturated Fat: 4 g 20% * Cholesterol: 5 mg 2% * Sodium: 25 mg 1% * Total Carbohydrate: 26 g 9% * Dietary Fiber: 1 g 4% * Sugars: 24 g * Protein: 1 g * Vitamin A: 0% * Vitamin C: 0% * Calcium: 2% * Iron: 2% * Dietary Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 1 Fruit, 1 1/2 Fat or 1 1/2 Carbohydrate, 1 1/2 Fat

TRIPLE CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKE

Steps:

• CAKE: In a large mixer bowl, combine cake mix, coffee powder, eggs, water, sour cream and oil.
• Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
• Spread in two 9-inch round cake pans, greased and floured, dividing evenly.
• Bake 30 to 35 minutes.
• Cool 10 minutes in pans on a wire rack, then remove layers and cool completely.
• FILLING: Beat 1/2 cup butter, confectioner's sugar, cream, and unsweetend chocolate together on medium speed until light and fluffy.
• Add more confectiner's sugar or cream to make a soft, creamy spreading consistency.
• ASSEMBLY: Place 1 cake layer top-side down on a serving plate.
• Spread with a generous amount of filling.
• Place second cake layer on top.
• Spread remaining filling on sides of cake, leaving top unfrosted.
• Chill 30 minutes.
• GLAZE: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt semi-sweet chocolate and coffee, stirring until smooth.
• Remove from heat.
• Gradually add 3 tbsp butter, stirring until smooth.
• Spread over top of cake, letting it drip down sides.
• Chill to set chocolate glaze.

TRIPLE FUDGE COOKIES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease cookie sheets.
• Melt the chocolate squares and butter or margarine in a double boiler. Stir well and remove from heat.
• Cream sugar and eggs in medium sized bowl until thick and creamy. Mix in vanilla and melted chocolate.
• Mix in the flour, baking powder and salt until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.
• Drop by teaspoonfuls about 1 1/2 inches apart on cookie sheet. Bake for 8 minutes or until tops crackle and look shiny. Cool 3 to 5 minutes. Remove to racks; cool completely.