Pumpkin Fudge is a traditional American recipe for a classic Halloween snack of a traditional fudge made with pumpkin and spices. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic American version of: Pumpkin Fudge.
Combine the sugar, butter, evaporated milk, pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg in a heavy-based pan. Bring he mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to a gentle boil and continue heating (stirring constantly) until the mixture reaches 115°C, as measured on a confectioner's thermometer (the Soft Ball stage).
Take off the heat and stir-in the butterscotch pieces. Continue stirring until they are melted then add the marshmallow creme, nuts and vanilla extract. Pour the mixture into a buttered 30 x 22cm pan, spreading evenly with a buttered spatula. Allow to cool completely at room temperature then cut into squares. Wrap in waxed paper and store in an air-tight jar.