Description
Romantic “valentines day fudge” whispers sweet passion with rich chocolate layers melting hearts. Silky smooth chocolate treats promise intimate moments shared between lovers, creating delectable memories of special connection.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base:
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Romantic Additions:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup pink candy melts
- 2 tbsp valentine’s day sprinkles
Garnish and Flavor:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 drops red food coloring
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring edges overhang for easy removal.
- Create a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over simmering water, maintaining low heat to prevent scorching.
- Combine semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter in the double boiler, stirring gently until completely smooth and glossy.
- Remove chocolate mixture from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt, blending until thoroughly incorporated.
- Pour the chocolate base into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula to create a uniform layer.
- Melt white chocolate chips and pink candy melts separately in microwave-safe bowls, heating in 15-second intervals and stirring between each interval.
- Drizzle melted white chocolate and pink candy melts over the chocolate base in elegant, swirling patterns.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to create intricate marbled designs by gently dragging the colors together.
- Add two drops of red food coloring strategically across the surface for a romantic touch.
- Sprinkle valentine’s day sprinkles evenly over the fudge, pressing lightly to ensure they adhere.
- Refrigerate the fudge for 2-3 hours or until completely set and firm.
- Lift the fudge from the pan using parchment paper edges and slice into small, bite-sized squares.
Notes
- Prevent chocolate from seizing by ensuring no water droplets enter the double boiler during melting.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for a smoother, richer fudge texture and more intense flavor profile.
- Customize the recipe for dietary restrictions by substituting dairy-free chocolate and plant-based condensed milk alternatives.
- Create unique variations by experimenting with different extract flavors like almond or peppermint to add unexpected depth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg