Description
This luscious Strawberry Fudge recipe combines creamy white chocolate with the natural sweetness and bright flavor of strawberries. Infused with rich condensed milk and enhanced with strawberry puree and freeze-dried strawberry pieces for delightful texture, this no-bake treat is perfect for gifting or enjoying as a sweet indulgence. The optional pink coloring adds a vibrant touch, making it visually appealing for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup strawberry puree
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp strawberry extract (optional)
- Pink food coloring (optional)
Topping
- ¼ cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the fudge once it has set.
- Melt chocolate mixture: In a saucepan over low heat, combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir continuously until the mixture is fully melted and smooth, ensuring the chocolate does not burn.
- Add flavorings: Stir in the strawberry puree, salt, vanilla extract, and optional strawberry extract. Mix thoroughly to create a uniform, flavorful fudge base.
- Incorporate strawberries and coloring: Fold in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries to add texture and strawberry bursts in the fudge. If desired, add a few drops of pink food coloring to enhance the fudge’s color, mixing until evenly distributed.
- Pour and smooth: Transfer the fudge mixture into the prepared pan, spreading and smoothing the top evenly for a clean finish.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 3 hours until firm and fully set.
- Slice and serve: Lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut it into squares for serving.
Notes
- Ensure the heat is low while melting the chocolate to prevent scorching.
- Substitute strawberry puree with fresh blended strawberries for a fresher taste if desired.
- Freeze-dried strawberries provide a lovely crunch and concentrated flavor; avoid fresh strawberry pieces as they may add unwanted moisture.
- Storing fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator will keep it fresh for up to 1 week.
- For a firmer texture, chill fudge overnight.
- Pink food coloring is optional and mainly used for presentation purposes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry fudge, white chocolate fudge, no-bake fudge, strawberry dessert, easy fudge recipe, sweet treat
