Creamy Cherry Vanilla Bean Fudge: Easy 3-Ingredient Recipe
This creamy cherry vanilla bean fudge is made with just three ingredients and no candy thermometer needed. It’s silky smooth, studded with tart cherry pockets, and perfect for gifting or a quick dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 64 pieces 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces good-quality white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1/2 cup cherry preserves or cherry jam
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides.
- Place white chocolate in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and glossy.
- Stir in vanilla bean paste until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in cherry preserves, leaving streaks and pockets for a marbled effect.
- Pour mixture into prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
- Refrigerate uncovered for at least 1 hour 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Lift fudge out using parchment handles, cut into 1-inch squares, and serve.
Notes
White chocolate is sensitive to heat and moisture; ensure all equipment is dry. Let cherry preserves sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before using. Do not over-swirl the preserves. For clean cuts, run knife under hot water and wipe dry between slices. Fudge can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 1
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