Description
A rich, creamy fudge perfect for Valentine’s Day. This recipe can be customized with chocolate swirls, conversation hearts, or sprinkles for a festive touch. Ideal for gifting or sharing with loved ones, it’s simple to make and irresistibly sweet.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for one 9×9-inch pan):
For the Fudge:
3 cups white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 drops red or pink food coloring (optional)
Pinch of salt
For Decorations (optional):
Conversation hearts or candy hearts
Red, pink, or white sprinkles
Crushed freeze-dried strawberries or cookie crumbs
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Pan
Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
Step 2: Melt Chocolate
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine white chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter. Stir constantly until smooth and fully melted.
Step 3: Add Flavor & Color
Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and optional food coloring for a festive pink or red hue.
Step 4: Pour & Decorate
Pour fudge into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle candy hearts, sprinkles, or crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top. Gently press them into the fudge.
Step 5: Set Fudge
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Once set, lift fudge out using parchment overhang and cut into squares or heart shapes.
Notes
- Swirls: Add melted dark or milk chocolate in swirls before setting for a marbled effect.
- Make Ahead: Can be prepared 1 week in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Gift Idea: Wrap squares individually in parchment or cellophane and tie with ribbon for a perfect Valentine’s gift.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert / Valentine’s Day Treat
- Method: No-bake / Refrigerated
- Cuisine: American
