Description
This delightful Gumdrop Fudge recipe combines creamy white chocolate with sweetened condensed milk and colorful chopped gumdrops for a festive and chewy treat. Perfect for holidays or special occasions, this rich fudge is easy to make and sure to please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Fudge Ingredients
- 4 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups chopped red and green gumdrops (such as Dots candy)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9 x 9 inch square pan with foil or parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the fudge after it sets.
- Melt Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Stir constantly to melt the mixture until smooth and creamy. Be careful not to overheat to avoid discoloring the white chocolate.
- Add Gumdrops: Remove the saucepan from heat and gently fold in the chopped red and green gumdrops, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the fudge mixture.
- Set in Pan: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and use a spatula to spread it evenly into a smooth layer.
- Chill: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight until it is fully set and firm.
- Serve: Once set, lift the fudge out of the pan using the foil or parchment paper, cut it into bite-sized pieces, and serve.
Notes
- Use a gentle heat to melt the chocolate to avoid turning the white chocolate tan or grainy.
- For firmer fudge, chill overnight rather than the minimum 2 hours.
- You can substitute other gummy candies if gumdrops are unavailable.
- Store fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 1 inch square)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
