Description
This Valentine Hearts Fudge is a delightful layered white chocolate treat perfect for special occasions. Featuring creamy white chocolate fudge with vibrant red layers and festive heart-shaped sprinkles, this no-bake recipe is easy to prepare using simple ingredients like white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Chilled to set and cut into adorable heart shapes, it makes a charming and sweet gift or dessert for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Layers
- 3½ cups white chocolate chips (divided into 2¼ cups and 1¼ cups)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (divided into ⅔ and ⅓ portions)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided into 2 tablespoons and 1 tablespoon)
- 10 drops red food coloring
Topping
- 1 tablespoon heart-shaped sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Line an 8 x 8 inch square pan with parchment paper or sprayed aluminum foil for easy removal of fudge later.
- Make Red Layer: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 2¼ cups white chocolate chips, ⅔ of the sweetened condensed milk, and 2 tablespoons butter. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring after each, until melted and smooth (less than 2 minutes). Stir in red food coloring and adjust to desired color.
- Set First Layer: Spoon half of the red fudge mixture into the prepared pan and smooth with a spoon. Place in the freezer for a few minutes to set. Wrap and keep the remaining red fudge warm with towels.
- Make White Layer: Combine the remaining 1¼ cups white chocolate chips, ⅓ sweetened condensed milk, and 1 tablespoon butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until melted and smooth (less than 2 minutes).
- Layer White Fudge: Pour and smooth the white fudge over the set red layer. Freeze for a few minutes to solidify.
- Top with Final Red Layer: Warm the remaining red fudge to soften, spoon it evenly over the white fudge layer, and smooth the surface.
- Chill to Set: Cover the fudge with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to fully set.
- Cut Shapes: Lift the fudge from the pan using parchment paper. On a flat surface, use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out hearts efficiently to minimize waste.
- Add Sprinkles and Serve: Evenly sprinkle heart-shaped sprinkles over the hearts and enjoy your festive Valentine fudge treats!
Notes
- Store leftover fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Bring to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
- For freezing, wrap fudge in parchment paper and then tightly in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Use high-quality white chocolate chips for smooth melting; generic brands may cause grainy texture.
- Be sure to use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk, to ensure the fudge sets properly.
- Avoid overcooking to prevent graininess and maintain smooth texture.
- Lining the pan with parchment or foil allows easy removal and cleaner cutting outside the pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 heart (approx. 40 g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
