Strawberries and Cream Fudge Recipe
Delight in this luscious Strawberries and Cream Fudge, a decadent treat combining smooth white chocolate and creamy condensed milk with a swirl of tangy strawberry jelly and topped with crunchy freeze-dried strawberries. Perfect for sharing or savoring as a sweet snack, this easy no-bake fudge is set in the fridge and beautifully marbled for an irresistible dessert experience.
- Author: Grace
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours (including setting time)
- Yield: Approximately 24 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Fudge Base
- 600 g (3 ¼ cups + 1 tbsp) white chocolate
- 397 g (14 oz) condensed milk
Strawberry Swirl
- 23 g (about 2 tbsp) strawberry jelly (powdered)
Topping (Optional)
- Freeze-dried strawberries
- Prepare the Tin: Line an 8-inch square baking tin with baking parchment and set it aside to ensure easy removal of the fudge later.
- Melt Chocolate and Combine: Melt the white chocolate gently in 10-20 second bursts in the microwave, stirring between each burst to prevent burning. Once melted, add the condensed milk and stir thoroughly until you achieve a smooth, fully combined mixture.
- Create Strawberry Swirl: Pour about two-thirds of the white chocolate fudge mixture into the prepared tin and spread it out evenly. Quickly mix the strawberry jelly powder into the remaining one-third fudge mixture in your bowl until fully incorporated. Spoon dollops of this strawberry fudge mixture over the white chocolate base. Using a knife or skewer, swirl the two mixtures lightly to create a marbled effect.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle freeze-dried strawberry pieces over the top of the fudge, pressing them gently into the surface to help them stick.
- Set the Fudge: Refrigerate the tin for several hours or overnight to allow the fudge to firm up completely. Once set, cut the fudge into pieces and store them in an airtight container for freshness.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Be careful not to overheat the chocolate in the microwave to avoid graininess.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add a lovely crunch and visual appeal but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Ensure the fudge is fully chilled before cutting to prevent crumbling.
- This fudge keeps well in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Keywords: white chocolate fudge, strawberry fudge, no-bake dessert, cream fudge, strawberry swirl fudge, freeze-dried strawberries