Description
Creamy Easter Candy Fudge delivers a delightful mix of pastel-colored candies nestled in rich chocolate. Sweet morsels create a festive treat perfect for spring celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (720 ml) white chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz/397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ cups Easter candies (chopped Cadbury Mini Eggs, M&Ms, or crushed Peeps)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini marshmallows
- ½ tsp almond extract
- ¼ cup (60 ml) sprinkles (pastel or Easter-themed)
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing slight overhang for effortless removal.
- Chocolate Fusion: Using a double boiler or microwave, melt white chocolate chips with sweetened condensed milk until achieving a luxurious, seamless blend, then stir in vanilla extract until the mixture radiates a glossy sheen.
- Candy Integration: Gently fold chopped Easter candies into the molten fudge base, reserving select pieces for decorative garnishing; optionally incorporate mini marshmallows or vibrant sprinkles for enhanced texture and visual appeal.
- Molding and Decoration: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula, then artfully distribute remaining Easter candies across the top, delicately pressing them to secure their placement.
- Chilling and Setting: Refrigerate the pan for 2-3 hours until the fudge solidifies completely, becoming firm and compact.
- Serving: Remove the chilled fudge using parchment paper overhang, transfer to a cutting surface, and slice into delectable bite-sized squares, ready to be enjoyed as a festive Easter confection.
Notes
- Prevent Chocolate Burning: Use low, consistent heat when melting chocolate to avoid scorching, which can create a bitter taste and grainy texture.
- Control Candy Distribution: Chop Easter candies into uniform sizes for even spreading and balanced flavor throughout the fudge.
- Enhance Texture Balance: Reserve some candies for topping to create visual appeal and provide contrasting crunch against the smooth fudge base.
- Maximize Chilling Efficiency: Cover the fudge with plastic wrap while refrigerating to prevent moisture absorption and maintain a pristine surface.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 17
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg