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Easter Candy Fudge

Easter Candy Fudge

Celebrate spring and Easter with these versatile and delicious Easter Candy Fudge recipes. Combining rich, creamy textures and your favorite colorful Easter candies, these fudges are perfect for gifting, family treats, and festive dessert tables. Simple to make with easy-to-find ingredients, this recipe is customizable to suit dietary needs and flavor preferences, guaranteed to bring joy and sweetness to all ages.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
  • 2 cups chocolate chips or candy melts (chocolate or white chocolate)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Easter Candy Mix-ins

  • Pastel-colored M&Ms
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Jelly beans
  • Chopped peanut butter eggs

Optional Variations Add-ins

  • Sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds (for nut-free option)
  • Dried cranberries or chopped dried apricots (for fruit-infused version)
  • Cinnamon or a pinch of cayenne pepper (for spiced variation)
  • Vegan substitutes: coconut oil instead of butter, dairy-free condensed milk, and dairy-free chocolate

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to ensure easy removal of the fudge once set.
  2. Melt the Base Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the butter and sweetened condensed milk. Stir frequently until completely melted and smooth, being careful not to burn the mixture.
  3. Add Chocolate or Candy Melts: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chocolate chips or candy melts until fully melted and glossy.
  4. Mix in Vanilla and Easter Candy: Add the vanilla extract and fold in your choice of Easter candies, such as pastel M&Ms, mini marshmallows, or chopped peanut butter eggs, distributing them evenly throughout the fudge.
  5. Pour and Chill: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the fudge is firm and set.
  6. Slice and Serve: Once chilled, lift the fudge out of the pan using the parchment paper edges and cut into small squares. Serve immediately or store for later enjoyment.

Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients to avoid stale flavors or textures.
  • Melt ingredients over low heat to prevent burning and grainy fudge.
  • Add candies after removing from heat to keep their shape and prevent melting.
  • Allow fudge to chill completely for best texture and easier slicing.
  • Store fudge in an airtight container at cool room temperature or refrigerated for freshness.
  • For easy cutting, use a sharp knife warmed with hot water and dried before slicing.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: No-bake / Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 1/16 of recipe)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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