Description
This Pink White Chocolate Fudge is a delightful, creamy treat featuring smooth white chocolate blended with sweetened condensed milk and a touch of pink gel food coloring for a charming visual appeal. Perfectly sweet and easy to make, this fudge can be customized with optional sprinkles or dried cherries to add texture and fruity notes, making it a festive and elegant dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 20 ounces white chocolate melting wafers or high-quality chopped white chocolate
- ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk
- Pink gel food coloring, a few drops
Optional Ingredients
- Sprinkles, as desired
- Dry cherries, as desired
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9×9 inch pan with parchment paper so it overhangs on two sides; this will make removing the fudge easier. Set the pan aside.
- Chop Chocolate if Needed: If using regular blocks of white chocolate rather than melting wafers, chop the chocolate into small pieces to ensure even melting in the microwave.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk into a large, microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave and Stir: Heat the chocolate mixture in 20 to 30-second increments, stirring thoroughly after each interval to aid melting. It usually takes around two intervals for the chocolate to melt completely. Stir well after microwaving as residual heat helps smooth out the mixture.
- Add Color: Mix in a few drops of pink gel food coloring. For an attractive ombre effect, leave part of the mixture white by not fully blending in all the coloring.
- Add Optional Mix-Ins: If desired, gently fold in dried cherries and/or sprinkles to enhance flavor and texture.
- Chill the Fudge: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared pan and refrigerate for about 1 hour, or until the fudge is set and firm.
- Cut Shapes: Once set, use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut the fudge into heart shapes. To make pressing easier and protect your hands, place a kitchen towel on top of the cookie cutter while gently cutting.
- Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the heart-shaped fudge pieces on a plate and enjoy this sweet, creamy treat.
Notes
- Make sure to use high-quality white chocolate for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- When melting chocolate, stirring frequently is important to avoid burning and achieve smoothness.
- Gel food coloring is recommended over liquid to avoid changing the fudge’s consistency.
- For a more decorative look, use an ombre effect by partially mixing the pink coloring.
- Refrigerating thoroughly is key to ensure the fudge sets properly before cutting.
- Optional dried cherries add a pleasant tartness that complements the sweetness of white chocolate.
- If desired, sprinkles can add fun color and texture to the fudge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximate)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
