Coca-Cola Fudge Recipe (2024)

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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

  1. In a large pot, combine marshmallow cream, sugar, evaporated milk, Coca-Cola, and salt.
  2. Bring to a full boil, stirring constantly over medium heat.
  3. 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.
  4. Remove from heat. Add the chocolate chips and stir until melted.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  6. Pour into a buttered 8" pan. Let the fudge cool and set completely. Slice and enjoy!

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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!

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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!

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FAQs

What are 10 things you can do with 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.
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What to do with extra Coca-Cola? ›

The Best Ways To Use Up A Leftover Can Of Coke
  1. Replace the wet ingredients in cake mix with cola. ...
  2. Create a cola glaze for ham. ...
  3. Add it to carnitas. ...
  4. Use it to make a Roy Rogers mocktail. ...
  5. Use it as the secret ingredient in pulled pork. ...
  6. Use it in a pecan pie. ...
  7. Make cola-braised chicken wings. ...
  8. Add Coca-Cola to your meat marinade.
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What else can Coca-Cola be used for? ›

Thanks to its effectiveness as a grease remover, you can also use cola to help remove baked-on grease from your pots and pans. For a pot or sauce pan, add a can of Coke to it and sit it on a burner on low heat. Leave it for 30 minutes to an hour, then remove from heat. Use a scouring pad to scrub away the grime.

Why is Coca-Cola called Coke? ›

'Coke' is the friendly abbreviation for the trademark Coca-Cola." In 1945, Coca-Cola gave in to the force of its customers and trademarked the nickname. The first advertising slogan to use the word "Coke" appeared in 1948. It said: "Where there's Coke, there's hospitality."

Can Coke clean copper? ›

If you have a bottle of coke in your house this can be a handy method to clean copper. For items like jewelry that are small and can be soaked, consider using this method. Coke is also a great option when wanting to know how to clean copper pans and pots that you can soak in the sink.

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 does adding lemon to Coke do? ›

Along with imparting another layer of complexity, a splash of citrus also enhances the other flavors present in the soda. Plus, the crisp acidity can even cut through the cloying sweetness of the soda for a more balanced sip.

Can I pour expired soda down the drain? ›

The only things you should be pouring down the drain are the following: water, dish detergent, soda, juice, and other liquids that are not corrosive, flammable or greasy/oily.

Can Coke clean coins? ›

Yes, that refreshing can of Coke that you like to drink by the pool can also clean coins. Coke's phosphoric acid can clean the oxides that cause tarnish and corrosion.

Why do people put Coca-Cola in food? ›

Top Tips When Cooking with Coca Cola:

This fizzy drink's acidity level is high, so it also acts as a fantastic meat tenderiser. Most effective meat marinades include some type of citrus or vinegar acid, to break down some of the proteins in the meat. So, Coke does the same.

Does Coca-Cola unblock drains? ›

Surprise! Coke or Pepsi are great for vanquishing a clog! Everyone's heard about how a nail will dissolve in a glass of Coke over time, and although most of us know this is a stretch, coke is arguably better than many commercial chemical clog removers because of its strong dissolving agents!

What was the old name for Coke? ›

After Candler had gained a better foothold on Coca-Cola in April 1888, he nevertheless was forced to sell the beverage he produced with the recipe he had under the names "Yum Yum" and "Koke".

Why is Coca-Cola so addictive? ›

The Sugar. Soft drinks contain large quantities of sugar which, when consumed, causes a 'rush' that is extremely addictive and leads to even bigger cravings. The reward centres of the brain are activated, releasing dopamine and other hormones to create a feeling of euphoria.

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 are the 10 uses of Coke? ›

Uses of Coke
  • It is used to reduce iron oxide to produce iron.
  • It can be used in households as a clean fuel, relatively free of smoke and impurities.
  • In the past, it was often used in kitchen stoves.
  • Coke is also used to produce water gas.
  • It is used as a reducing agent in smelting iron ore.

What good things has Coca-Cola done? ›

Coca-Cola's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives focus on four key areas: World Without Waste, Sustainable Packaging, Water Stewardship, and Women's Empowerment. Achievement: Collected and recycled 69% of bottles and cans sold globally in 2021. Impact: Diverted 120 billion bottles and cans from landfills.

What activities does Coca-Cola do? ›

We make our branded beverage products available to consumers in more than 200 countries and territories through our network of independent bottling partners as well as consolidated bottling and distribution operations who manufacture, package, merchandise, and distribute the finished branded beverages to our customers ...

What can Coca-Cola give you? ›

Potential Health Risks of Colas
  • Metabolic Syndrome and Diabetes. Consuming too much fructose may lead to insulin resistance, a feature of metabolic syndrome. ...
  • Heart Disease. ...
  • Cancer. ...
  • Tooth Decay. ...
  • Gout. ...
  • Dementia.
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