Cherry Vanilla Fudge

Indulge in the sweet and creamy decadence of Cherry Vanilla Fudge, a delightful treat that combines luscious white chocolate with the bold flavor of maraschino cherries. This no-bake recipe is a breeze to make, requiring just 10 minutes of prep time and featuring simple pantry staples like sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a hint of butter for extra richness. The vibrant cherry juice and optional red food coloring give this fudge its signature blush-pink hue, while chopped maraschino cherries add pops of chewy, fruity goodness in every bite. Perfect for holidays, gifts, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this easy homemade fudge recipe is a crowd-pleasing treat that stores beautifully in the fridge or freezer.

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups White chocolate chips
• 14 oz Sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Maraschino cherries
• 2 tablespoons Cherry juice (from the maraschino cherries jar)
• 1 pinch Salt
• 2 drops Red food coloring (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the parchment paper with nonstick cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir constantly until the white chocolate chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth. Be careful not to let the chocolate burn.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cherry juice, and a pinch of salt. If desired, add 2 drops of red food coloring for a pink hue.

Step 5

Chop the maraschino cherries into small pieces and gently fold them into the fudge mixture.

Step 6

Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours or until it is firm enough to cut.

Step 8

Once the fudge is set, use the parchment paper to lift it out of the baking dish. Place it on a cutting board and cut it into small squares.

Step 9

Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1057.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4231.0

Total Fat 202.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 276.9mg	0%
Sodium 1133.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 570.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 508.9g
Protein 63.6g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1933.8mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 3332.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.8%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 52.4%