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Valentine Hearts Fudge Recipe

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This Valentine Hearts Fudge recipe creates a delightful, creamy, layered treat featuring rich white chocolate fudge tinted with red food coloring and adorned with heart-shaped sprinkles. Perfect for gifting or sharing, this no-bake fudge is easy to make in just a few minutes and beautifully decorated with festive colors and shapes, making it an ideal sweet for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Fudge Layers

  • 3½ cups (2 – 12 ounce packages) white chocolate chips, divided
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, divided
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • Red food coloring, about 10 drops

Toppings

  • 1 tablespoon heart-shaped sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan. Line a small square pan (8 x 8 inches or similar size) with parchment paper or sprayed aluminum foil to prevent sticking and allow easy removal of the fudge later.
  2. Make Red Fudge Base. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 ¼ cups white chocolate chips (⅔ of total), ⅔ of the sweetened condensed milk, and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring thoroughly each time until fully melted and smooth, about 2 minutes total. Avoid overheating to keep the fudge smooth.
  3. Add Color. Stir in approximately 10 drops of red food coloring until the mixture is evenly tinted and smooth. Adjust with extra drops if needed to reach desired color intensity.
  4. Set Red Layer. Pour half of the red fudge mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spoon. It will be sticky, so work carefully. Place the pan in the freezer for a few minutes to allow this layer to set. Wrap and keep the remaining red fudge warm in the bowl using towels.
  5. Make White Fudge Layer. In another microwave-safe bowl, combine the remaining 1 ¼ cups white chocolate chips, remaining sweetened condensed milk, and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter. Heat in 20-second bursts, stirring until fully melted and smooth, about 2 minutes total. Avoid overcooking.
  6. Build White Layer. Pour the melted white fudge over the set red layer in the pan. Smooth carefully with a spoon. Freeze again for a few minutes to let this layer firm up.
  7. Add Final Red Layer. Gently warm the reserved red fudge mixture so it is fluid enough to spread. Spoon this remaining red fudge over the set white layer and smooth out evenly.
  8. Chill Fully. Cover the entire fudge with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to allow all layers to fully set and develop the perfect firm consistency.
  9. Cut Out Hearts. Remove the fudge block from the pan using the parchment paper. Place it on a counter and use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out heart shapes from the fudge carefully to minimize waste.
  10. Decorate and Serve. Evenly sprinkle the heart-shaped sprinkles over the cut-out fudge hearts. Enjoy your festive Valentine-themed fudge!

Notes

  • Storage: Store fudge in an airtight container refrigerated for up to two weeks. For softer texture, let fudge come to room temperature before serving.
  • Freezing: Freeze fudge wrapped tightly in parchment paper and then in aluminum foil for up to 2 months. Thaw before serving.
  • Chocolate Quality: Use high-quality white chocolate chips to ensure smooth melting and texture; generic brands may not perform well.
  • Milk Type: Use sweetened condensed milk specifically; evaporated milk will prevent the fudge from setting properly.
  • Heating Caution: Heat fudge mixtures gently and avoid overcooking which can cause graininess.
  • Pan Lining: Lining the pan with parchment or foil helps remove fudge easily and allows neat cookie cutter shaping.

Keywords: Valentine's Day fudge, white chocolate fudge, layered fudge, heart-shaped fudge, holiday dessert, sweet treat

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