Eisenhower’s Famous Fudge: A Sweet Presidential Legacy

Ingredients

Makes 16 squares (8×8 pan)

 

2 cups (400g) granulated sugar

⅔ cup (160ml) evaporated milk (not sweetened condensed—this is key for smooth texture!)

2 cups (340g) semisweet chocolate chips (high-quality—Ghirardelli or Guittard recommended)

2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Optional:

• Pinch of fine sea salt (your love of bold balance—yes!)

• 1 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts (your fave—adds Midwest heartiness!)

✅ Joye’s Pro Tip: Toast the nuts! Spread on a baking sheet; bake at 350°F for 5–7 minutes until fragrant. Cool before folding in.

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