Breadcrumbs
by: HCR
August10,2011
4
5 Ratings
- Makes 20 pieces
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Author Notes
I like the delicate crunch of breadcrumbs in the fudge and I also strongly recommend flavoring the crumbs with very finely grated citrus zest or a drip of balsamic vinegar. - h.c.r. —HCR
Test Kitchen Notes
Nothing says county fair like a sugary confection, and this is fudge like we've never seen it. Dry breadcrumbs add a satisfying, nubbly texture without raising the sweetness quotient to red-alert levels the way, say, coconut would. The tang of the buttermilk also keeps the fudge from being cloying, and a whisper of lemon zest lends a little perfume. Make sure to watch the mixture carefully as it approaches 235°F -- you'll want to test it a minute or so before it reaches temperature. - A&M —The Editors
- Test Kitchen-Approved
- Your Best Fair Food Contest Finalist
What You'll Need
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cupsbreadcrumbs (use blender or food processor to grind preferably dry, dark bread)
- 1/4 teaspoonsalt
- optionally lemon zest, balsamic vinegar
- 2 cupssugar
- 1/2 cupbutter
- 1 cupbuttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoonbaking soda
- 2 tablespoonscorn syrup
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
Directions
- Toast the breadcrumbs with added salt over a medium heat.
- Add the lemon zest or vinegar to taste, if using, and set aside.
- Combine all the ingredients except the vanilla extract in a large, deep saucepan.
- Set over medium heat and stir just until the sugar dissolves.
- Watch the mixture carefully as it boils, but do not stir. You will know that it can be removed from the heat when it is golden brown, 1/4 teaspoon of the syrup dropped into ice water forms a small ball or a candy thermometer measures 235°F.
- Let the mixture cool to the point where you can touch it, though it's still warm to hot.
- Add the vanilla extract and beat with an electric or hand-held whisk until it thickens and is no longer glossy. This might take quite a while.
- Stir in the breadcrumbs.
- Pour/scrape the fudge into a greased 8-inch square pan.
- Chill thoroughly, cut, chomp.
Tags:
- Candy
- Grains
- Breadcrumbs
- Vinegar
- Vegetarian
- Dessert
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sofia J. May 21, 2013
This would be a great item to make for the kids to take with them to camp!!!
favabean September 7, 2011
And Congrats on being a Finalist btw!
favabean September 7, 2011
Made this last night. Was super delicious. I had to stop myself from taking "just one more bite" lest I go into glycemic shock. I think next time I might try reducing the amount of bread crumbs to 1 cup and see if get a more fudgey consistencey.
HCR September 9, 2011
Yes I feel like I know about being on the brink of glycemic shock. Glad you enjoyed it!
reggieyum August 21, 2011
What a recipe. I may be partial since you are my god-daughter, but this sounds just delish. I am so proud of you, and thanks for turning me on to this site. YUM.
Midge August 19, 2011
Congrats!
hardlikearmour August 19, 2011
Congrats! This is a really unique and delicious sounding recipe.
HCR August 19, 2011
thank-you so much i'm extremely flattered! when i made it nobody was around to devour it with... now i hear from all of you and i'll happily go help myself to another piece.
lorigoldsby August 19, 2011
Congrats on being a finalist!
Bevi August 19, 2011
Mmmmmm! Congrats on being a finalist!
cookinginvictoria August 19, 2011
Congratulations on making the finals, h.c.r.! What an inventive and delicious sounding recipe. I love that this fudge can be made with pantry ingredients like buttermilk and breadcrumbs. This fudge is now on my list of must-try recipes!
Panfusine August 19, 2011
Sounds delish!! Congrats on the finalist pick!
EmilyC August 18, 2011
Many congrats h.c.r. -- love your unique twist on fudge!
STC August 18, 2011
I always have buttermilk in my frige--my mother taught me well. This recipe sounds great and I can't wait to try it.
HCR August 24, 2011
i love buttermilk as it is. yum yum yum.
Sagegreen August 18, 2011
Congrats on being a finalist!!
vvvanessa August 18, 2011
what a clever recipe! congratulations!
gingerroot August 18, 2011
Congratulations! I love your twist on fudge!
drbabs August 18, 2011
Congratulations on being a finalist...what an interesting recipe!
BlueKaleRoad August 18, 2011
Congratulations! This sounds like a terrific recipe.
mrslarkin August 18, 2011
This sounds delicious! Congrats!
AntoniaJames August 11, 2011
Simply fascinating! Thanks so much for posting this. Saved!! ;o)