Does Fudge Need to Be Refrigerated?

Fudge will keep at room temperature just fine. It does not need to be refrigerated. You can keep it in the refrigerator if you feel that you like it cold–and some people prefer it that way. In this case, just make sure it is air tight, as cold air will surely dry out your fudge quicker.

Can fudge be left out?

Fudge typically contains dairy, but the high sugar content of this candy stabilizes it. If you intend to enjoy your fudge within 1 to 2 weeks, it can certainly be kept out at room temperature.

Does fudge go bad without refrigeration?

But thanks to sugar and heat fudge does last quite a few days even if not refrigerated. For homemade fudge, it usually lasts in good quality between a week and two weeks at room temperature, and around 3 to 4 weeks when refrigerated. For prolonged storage freezing is in order.