How to Make Fudge Hearts

Heart shaped fudge makes a special treat for a loved one. Make these for Valentine's or another romantic occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 cups of granulated sugar
• 1/3 a cup of condensed milk
• 1/3 a cup of water
• ¼ a cup of butter
• 1 ½ squares of quality chocolate
• 1 teaspoonful of vanilla extract

Steps

1. 1
   Boil the sugar, milk and water to 236° F, or to the "soft ball" degree.
2. 2
   Stir gently every few minutes.
3. 3
   Add the butter and let boil up vigorously.
4. 4
   Remove from the fire and add the chocolate.
5. 5
   Let stand undisturbed until cool. Then add the vanilla and beat the candy until it thickens and begins to sugar.
6. 6
   Pour into a pan lined with paper to stand until cooled somewhat.
7. 7
   Turn from the mold.
8. 8
   Use a cookie cutter to form heart shapes. Alternately, use a knife if you are steady and certain.

Tips

• You can also make other shapes this way; for example, round shapes using a sharp-edged tube or other shapes in your cookie cutter range.

Things You'll Need

• Saucepan
• Candy thermometer (optional)
• Mixing implements
• Pan
• Wax or baking paper
• Heart shaped cookie cutter or sharp knife and good cutting skills