Description
Valentine Hearts Fudge is a sweet, creamy treat made with layers of white chocolate and red-colored white chocolate, shaped into charming hearts and topped with festive sprinkles. Perfect for gifting or sharing on special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
White Chocolate Layer
- 3½ cups white chocolate chips (2 – 12 ounce packages) divided
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk divided
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- red food coloring
- 1 tablespoon heart-shaped sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Line a small square pan (8 x 8 inches) with parchment paper or sprayed aluminum foil to easily lift the fudge out later.
- Melt First Red Fudge Layer: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 ¼ cups white chocolate chips, ⅔ of the sweetened condensed milk, and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring after each, until melted and smooth, about under 2 minutes, being careful not to overcook.
- Add Food Coloring: Stir in 10 drops of red food coloring to achieve a vibrant red color, adjusting as needed.
- Set First Layer: Spoon half of the red fudge mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing it carefully despite stickiness. Freeze for a few minutes until set. Keep remaining red mixture warm by wrapping the bowl in towels.
- Melt White Fudge Layer: In another microwave-safe bowl, combine remaining white chocolate chips, remaining sweetened condensed milk, and 1 tablespoon butter. Microwave again in 20-second bursts, stirring until melted and smooth, under 2 minutes.
- Layer White Fudge: Spoon the white fudge evenly over the set red layer, smoothing the surface. Freeze for a few more minutes to set.
- Top with Final Red Layer: Warm the reserved red fudge mixture slightly until stirrable, then spoon it over the white fudge layer and smooth it out.
- Chill to Set: Cover the entire layered fudge with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours until firm.
- Cut Hearts: Lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper. On a countertop, use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut hearts out of the layered fudge efficiently to minimize waste.
- Add Sprinkles and Serve: Sprinkle the heart-shaped sprinkles evenly over the cut hearts and enjoy your festive Valentine Hearts Fudge.
Notes
- Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Let it come to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
- Freeze fudge wrapped first in parchment paper, then tightly in foil, for up to 2 months.
- Use high-quality white chocolate chips for best melting and texture results.
- Ensure you use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk, to allow the fudge to thicken and set properly.
- Take care not to overcook the fudge in the microwave to avoid a grainy texture.
- Lining the pan with parchment or foil helps to easily remove the fudge for cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart (approx. 40 grams)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
