Description
Vibrant green Shamrock Fudge celebrates Irish heritage with sweet Irish charm. Creamy white chocolate and festive emerald hues create a delightful St. Patrick’s Day treat you’ll savor and share with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 (14 ounces / 397 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
Flavor and Color Enhancers:
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon peppermint or mint extract (optional, for a Shamrock Shake flavor!)
- A few drops of green food coloring
Decorative Ingredients:
- ½ cup green and white sprinkles (or St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles!)
- ¼ cup mini marshmallows (optional, for extra texture!)
Instructions
- Prepare the foundation by lining a rectangular baking vessel with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage of the base and sides for effortless removal.
- Create a luxurious melting station using a microwave-safe container, combining white chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter into a silky blend.
- Apply gentle heat through microwave intervals, stirring thoroughly between each 30-second cycle to achieve a perfectly smooth, glossy consistency without scorching.
- Infuse the molten mixture with vibrant flavor profiles by incorporating vanilla extract, peppermint essence, and emerald green food coloring, whisking until uniformly integrated.
- Introduce playful texture by gently folding mini marshmallows and half the decorative sprinkles throughout the creamy concoction.
- Transfer the verdant fudge mixture into the prepared parchment-lined pan, using a spatula to distribute evenly and create a pristine surface.
- Embellish the top with remaining festive sprinkles, creating a whimsical visual appeal.
- Refrigerate the confection for a minimum of two to three hours, allowing it to solidify completely into a firm, sliceable treat.
- Once thoroughly chilled, lift the fudge from the pan using parchment edges and slice into bite-sized squares using a sharp knife.
- Present your St. Patrick’s Day inspired dessert, ready to delight and surprise guests with its vibrant color and creamy texture.
Notes
- Prevent chocolate from burning by microwaving in short intervals and stirring frequently to maintain smooth consistency.
- Ensure even melting by chopping white chocolate chips into smaller, uniform pieces before heating.
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant green color without diluting the fudge’s creamy texture.
- Customize the fudge by experimenting with different extract flavors like almond or coconut for unique variations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 167
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg