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Looking for an easy homemade gift idea? The holidays are the perfect time to mix up a scrumptious batch of homemade fudge. Tucked away inside a decorative tin, it makes a thoughtful gift for neighbors, family, and friends. I love making homemade gifts--especially the edible kind--and this recipe for chocolate fudge calls for a secret ingredient that's sure to provide a tasty surprise!
What's the surprising ingredient in this chocolate fudge recipe? Well, I'll give you a clue. I grew up with my mom using it as the "secret" ingredient in a marinade and in a recipe for a frosted chocolate cake. Any guesses? It's Coca-Cola! Yes, this batch of ooey-gooey fudge has Coca-Cola cooked right in.
Recently, I modified my mother's traditional cake recipe for Coca-Cola Cake to makeCoca-Cola Cupcakes. What is it about Coca-Cola that makes baked goods so sugary sweet and moist?! And since I know it's delicious baked in chocolate cake and cupcakes, I decided to try it in fudge and make Coca-Cola Fudge. I love adding my own twist to my family's beloved recipes, and it just wouldn't be Christmas without a batch of homemade fudge. Paired with a glass of Coca-Cola, it's a treat that even Santa would choose over milk and cookies. Wanting to enjoy this holiday treat for yourself? Keep reading for the full recipe!
For my family, it also wouldn't seem like the holidays without an icy cold Coca-Cola. It's been a beverage staple at our holiday meals for as long as I can remember--right up there with the sweet tea and my momma's Christmas punch.Poured over ice or enjoyed straight out of the nostalgic glass bottles, it's a holiday favorite! Perhaps that stems from growing up here in the South with several of those years being spent in Atlanta where Coca-Cola is headquartered.
Back when my sister and I were kids, my mom recorded some of our favorite holiday movies onto a VHS tape. Anyone remember watching Mickey's Christmas Carol, the 1964 version of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, or A Muppet Family Christmas? Along with several holiday movies, she also recorded the commercials. At the time, having those on the tape probably seemed like an inconvenience. Years later, they are just part of the recording's charm. She had the tape transferred to a DVD several years ago and now my kids can continue to enjoy those classic films year after year--commercials and all. One of the commercials is for Coca-Cola. It shows an elf tacking up a Christmas countdown poster with Santa's beard on it. Anyone remember that one? My sister and I would always want a taste of Coca-Cola after watching that commercial. Kinda like wanting chocolate when watching Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. That's a story for a different day though. I guess the commercial was effective because it worked it's magic on us. All of this to say that our family history with Coca-Cola at the holidays goes way back.
That's why I'm loving the limited edition holiday packaging for Coca-Cola this holiday season. It features a vintage Santa and sweet polar bears that bring back memories of holidays from years ago. And now I get to share those memories and traditions with my own children.
It just made sense to pair two of our holiday favorites--fudge and Coca-Cola--together into one tasty treat. I made a run out to Family Dollar to grab my "secret" ingredient and tested a couple different variations. The whole family was very eager to be my taste testers and tell me which they thought was the best. That's the recipe I'm sharing with you today. From our family to yours, here's our recipe for Coca-Cola fudge!
Coca-Cola Fudge
Ingredients
- 1 container (7 oz) marshmallow cream
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 2/3 cups evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup Coca-Cola
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 bag (12 oz) chocolate chips (You can use semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a large pot, combine marshmallow cream, sugar, evaporated milk, Coca-Cola, and salt.
- Bring to a full boil, stirring constantly over medium heat.
- Boil the mixture for five minutes still stirring constantly. Tip: It is very important for it to boil for the full five minutes. Set a timer for this step.
- Remove from heat. Add the chocolate chips and stir until melted.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Pour into a buttered 8" pan. Let the fudge cool and set completely. Slice and enjoy!
I hope your family enjoys this recipe as much as mine did! Make up a batch to gift to others this holiday season or just add it to the table at your own holiday festivities. Either way, it's sure to bring on many chocolate-smudged smiles this season!
Shop!
For more tasty recipes, gift ideas, and ways to save this holiday season, visit the Family Dollar on their website, Facebook, or Pinterest. It's a great place to shop the limited edition holiday Coca-Cola packaging to enjoy with your own batch of Coca-Cola Fudge.
More baking inspiration!
Love this fudge recipe? Enjoy another treat with Coca-Cola baked inside! Click here for my recipe for moist and delicious Coca-Cola Cupcakes.
Happy holiday baking!
FAQs
2011 – After 86 years, the secret formula is moved to the World of Coca‑Cola in Atlanta. Thousands of people visit the Vault of the Secret Formula every year. Did you know?
What to do with leftover Coca-Cola? ›
21 Ways to Use Coca-Cola Around the House
- Scrubbing Pots and Pans. ...
- Removing Grease Stains From Clothes. ...
- Cleaning the Toilet Bowl. ...
- Cleaning Tile Grout. ...
- Wiping Windows, Mirrors and More. ...
- Scrubbing Out the Tub. ...
- Clearing Up Driveway or Garage Oil Stains. ...
- Cleaning Your Car Battery Terminal.
Blind taste tests suggested that consumers preferred the sweeter taste of the competing product Pepsi-Cola, and so the Coca-Cola recipe was reformulated. The American public reacted negatively, and New co*ke was considered a major failure.
Who tried to sell Coca-Cola recipe? ›
In an audacious conspiracy which quickly descended into amateurism, Joya Williams, 41, an assistant to co*ke's global brand director, is accused of trying to re-ignite the “cola wars” between the two firms, which have historically clashed rancorously over taste tests, sponsorship, secret ingredients and nutrition.
How much was the Coca-Cola recipe sold for? ›
He developed the beverage as a patent medicine in an effort to control his addiction. In 1889, the formula and brand were sold for $2,300 (roughly $71,000 in 2022) to Asa Griggs Candler, who incorporated the Coca-Cola Company in Atlanta in 1892.
What can I do with out of date Coca-Cola? ›
Carbonated soft drinks or sodas are not perishable, and are safe past the date stamped on the container. Eventually flavor and carbonation will decrease. For best quality, consume unopened diet sodas within 3 months after the date expires; regular sodas within 9 months.
What can flat co*ke be used for? ›
Eight Excellent Uses for Flat Soda
- 1: A new twist on ice cubes. ...
- 2: Sink and toilet cleaner. ...
- 3: Antidote for an upset stomach. ...
- 4: Tastier Jell-O® ...
- 5: Prevent your fruit from going brown. ...
- 6: Enhance your cake recipes. ...
- 7: Enhance the flavor of your meat dishes. ...
- 8: Next level BBQ sauce.
Here are all of the ways to use Coca-Cola around your house.
- Rust removal. Vandana jain1502/Shutterstock. ...
- Clean pots and pans. ...
- Tackle greasy clothing stains. ...
- Clean mirrors, windows, and glass. ...
- Clean oil stains from driveways and sidewalks. ...
- Kill indoor and outdoor bugs. ...
- Clean tile grout. ...
- Remove the smell of skunk.
"Coca-Cola Spiced features "a unique alchemy of our iconic cola, raspberry and spiced flavors," the Coca-Cola company said in a release. Coca-Cola said despite being called "spiced," the new beverage doesn't pack any heat. Drinkers will taste a "burst of refreshing raspberry flavors and spiced notes."
What did New co*ke taste like in 1985? ›
What was the flavor of New co*ke? New co*ke's flavor was lighter, almost like it had been diluted. While some people said it tasted like Pepsi, it did not have the same ingredients as Pepsi, like its citrus pop.
Coca-Cola Spiced is the first new permanent flavor to be added to the North American Coca-Cola portfolio in years, the AP reported. The roster currently includes only a handful of other flavors — Classic, Cherry, Vanilla, and Cherry Vanilla — the last of which debuted in 2020.
What is Mcdonald's co*ke made out of? ›
Ingredients: Carbonated Water, Sugar, Colour (Caramel), Phosphoric Acid, Flavourings (including Caffeine). We produce our food in kitchens where allergens are handled by our people, and where equipment and utensils are used for multiple menu items, including those containing allergens.
What was Coca-Cola originally made for? ›
Back on May 8, 1886, the world's first Coca-Cola was served at Jacobs' Pharmacy in Atlanta, Georgia. It was the creation of Dr. John Pemberton as a tonic for common ailments. He likely had no idea what was in store for his product, the company, and an industry that would grow into the giant it is today.
What is in Coca-Cola that cleans? ›
COCA-COLA® contains phosphoric acid, a safe food ingredient used in some of our beverages which can help clean off dirt. However, because COCA-COLA® is a beverage, not a cleaning agent, it isn't effective at killing germs, and there are lots of products that are much better at cleaning.
Where is the Coca-Cola unique code? ›
Where's My Unique Code? Each Unique Code is located on the back of the label of all specially marked plastic bottles, under the can tab on 440mL cans or inside the carton of multi can packs. The Code is unique to each promotional product label.
Is the Coca-Cola recipe the same everywhere? ›
Whether you drink it from a can or a bottle, Coca‑Cola is always the same. It's the same recipe, the same ingredients and the same manufacturing process every time.
Where is the KFC secret recipe kept? ›
The original handwritten recipe is securely kept inside a vault at KFC's headquarters in Louisville. Additionally, KFC employs various companies to contribute different ingredients to the recipe — so not even they could know the full recipe.
How is the Coca-Cola recipe kept secret on Reddit? ›
To add to what others have said: Coca Cola chose not to patent the recipe for Coca Cola, because it would only protect it for 20 years. Then others could copy it exactly. Instead, they've kept it as a trade secret, which relies on keeping it secret as protection (as opposed to a patent's time-limited legal protection).
