Hey there, fudge fanatics! Craving a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth treat without spending hours in the kitchen? Then get ready to meet Easy Ingredient Strawberry Fudge! We're talking quick, healthy-ish (hey, it's fudge!), and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. As a busy mom, I understand how precious time is. Finding a dessert that satisfies everyone's sweet tooth and fits into a hectic schedule is a game-changer. This is that fudge. Trust me.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandma used to make fudge every Christmas, a tradition that filled our home with warmth and sweetness. When she passed, I tried to replicate her recipes, often with mixed results and a lot of stress. This Easy Ingredient Strawberry Fudge recipe finally captures that nostalgic flavor, but with a modern twist that cuts down on time and effort without sacrificing taste. Every bite reminds me of those cherished family gatherings, and I hope it brings the same joy to your home.
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on all sides (this will help when removing the fudge).
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, white chocolate chips, and butter.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds. Stir well. Repeat in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and melted. Be careful not to overheat!
- Stir in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries, vanilla extract, and salt until evenly distributed.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the top with extra crushed freeze-dried strawberries for garnish, if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge out of the pan. Cut into squares.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious Easy Ingredient Strawberry Fudge!
Easy Ingredient Strawberry Fudge
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on all sides (this will help when removing the fudge).
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, white chocolate chips, and butter.1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, 3 cups white chocolate chips, 1/4 cup butter
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds. Stir well. Repeat in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and melted. Be careful not to overheat!
- Stir in the crushed freeze-dried strawberries, vanilla extract, and salt until evenly distributed.1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, Pinch salt
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the top with extra crushed freeze-dried strawberries for garnish, if desired.1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the fudge out of the pan. Cut into squares.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious Easy Ingredient Strawberry Fudge!