Description
Sweet memories bloom with this luscious Strawberry Fudge, blending rich chocolate and ripe berry essence. Creamy layers melt effortlessly, promising pure delight that transports you to a world of indulgent simplicity.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 2 cups (350 g) white chocolate chips
- 1 (14 ounces/400 g) can sweetened condensed milk
Flavor Enhancers:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) strawberry jam or strawberry syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Decorative Elements:
- 12 drops pink gel food coloring
- ¼ cup (30 g) freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by lining an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the edges extend slightly over the sides for easy fudge removal.
- Create a double boiler setup by placing a heat-resistant bowl over a pot of simmering water, avoiding direct contact with the water.
- Gently melt white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in the bowl, stirring continuously until the mixture transforms into a silky, smooth consistency.
- Remove the chocolate mixture from heat and incorporate strawberry jam, introducing a vibrant fruity essence to the creamy base.
- Enhance the flavor profile by mixing in vanilla extract, creating a nuanced and aromatic undertone.
- For a visually appealing presentation, add pink gel food coloring, blending thoroughly to achieve a uniform, soft pink hue.
- Transfer the luscious fudge mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula to distribute evenly and create a perfectly level surface.
- Sprinkle crushed freeze-dried strawberries across the top, adding a delightful textural contrast and intensifying the fruity notes.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator and allow the fudge to set completely, approximately 2-3 hours, until firm and sliceable.
- Once fully chilled, lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper overhang and slice into bite-sized squares.
- Store the fudge in an airtight container, keeping it refrigerated to maintain its delicate texture and freshness for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Choose high-quality white chocolate chips for a smoother, creamier fudge texture that melts perfectly and ensures a rich, luxurious taste.
- Adjust the strawberry jam quantity to control sweetness and intensity of fruity flavor, tasting the mixture before setting to achieve your desired balance.
- Use gel food coloring sparingly to create a soft, natural pink hue without overwhelming the delicate strawberry and white chocolate flavors.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add a delightful crunch and concentrated berry essence, elevating the fudge’s visual appeal and providing a textural contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 203
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 38 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg