Description
Sweet memories of childhood dance through this Maraschino Cherry White Chocolate Fudge, blending creamy white chocolate with delicate cherry notes. Festive and indulgent, this quick dessert brings nostalgic joy and delightful flavor to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (525 g) white chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 ounces / 400 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (150 g) maraschino cherries, drained, patted dry, and chopped
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon maraschino cherry juice
- 1 pinch of salt
Garnish (Optional):
- Extra chopped cherries
- White chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare a baking dish with parchment paper, ensuring edges are fully covered for easy removal and clean cutting of the fudge.
- Create a double boiler or use microwave to gently melt white chocolate chips and butter, stirring consistently until smooth and glossy without any lumps.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk into the melted chocolate mixture, whisking carefully to create a uniform, creamy texture without overmixing.
- Infuse additional flavor by incorporating vanilla and almond extracts, stirring until completely integrated throughout the mixture.
- Carefully fold chopped maraschino cherries into the fudge base, distributing them evenly while maintaining their structural integrity to preserve color and texture.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread evenly and create a level surface, garnishing with additional cherries or decorative sprinkles if desired.
- Chill the fudge in the refrigerator for approximately 2-3 hours, allowing it to set completely and develop a firm, slice-able consistency before cutting into bite-sized squares.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the cherries to maintain their vibrant color and prevent bleeding into the white chocolate base.
- Use high-quality white chocolate chips for a smoother, creamier texture that melts more evenly.
- Pat the maraschino cherries dry with paper towels to prevent excess moisture from making the fudge too soft or runny.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free and check chocolate chip packaging.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 58 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg