Description
Looking for a no-bake dessert that’s both festive and foolproof? This White Chocolate Cherry Fudge is rich, creamy, and bursting with tart cherry flavor. It’s an easy recipe perfect for holiday gift boxes, quick desserts, or anytime sweet cravings hit. Made with white chocolate, sweetened condensed milk, and chewy dried cherries, this easy recipe is a go-to for quick breakfast ideas, party snacks, or edible gifts. It’s a sweet blend of elegance and ease for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 ⅔ cups white chocolate chips
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup dried cherries
Instructions
1. Line an 8×8 inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter.
3. Stir constantly until everything is melted and smooth. Avoid overheating.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Fold in the dried cherries until evenly distributed.
6. Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Let it cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until fully set.
8. Once firm, lift out the fudge using the parchment and slice into squares.
9. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Use high-quality white chocolate for a smoother texture.
If desired, soak dried cherries in cherry liqueur or juice before folding them in.
Let the fudge sit at room temp for a few minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: white chocolate fudge, cherry fudge, no bake dessert, holiday candy, easy fudge