A tradition since the late 19th century, fudge is island’s most popular souvenir.

INGREDIENTS:

• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup granulated white sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
• Pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups confectioners’ sugar

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Mix butter, milk, salt, brown and white sugars in a heavy pan on medium heat. Bring to a boil and stir continuously for 6 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and cool briefly, then add vanilla, cocoa powder, and confectioner’s sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until fudge is smooth and thick.
3. Pour onto a buttered baking pan. When cool enough to touch, use a spatula to help roll mixture into log form, wrap it in plastic wrap and place in freezer for 20 minutes.
4. Slice to serve.
5. Enjoy