Description
The Wicked Witch Fudge is a festive, creamy, and delightfully sweet treat perfect for Halloween celebrations. This rich fudge combines white chocolate, marshmallow fluff, and a vibrant green hue to resemble a wicked witch’s brew, topped with spooky sprinkles for an extra touch of holiday fun.
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 2 1/2 cups white granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow fluff (marshmallow cream)
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (as desired)
Decoration
- Witch or spooky sprinkles (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and marshmallow fluff to prepare the fudge base for melting.
- Butter the Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter to prevent sticking when the fudge is poured and cooled.
- Make the Sugar Mixture: In a large 4-quart saucepan, combine sugar, butter, and evaporated milk to create the fudge’s cooked syrup base.
- Boil the Mixture: Heat the sugar mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning or crystallization.
- Cook to Soft Ball Stage: Once boiling, continue to boil the mixture for 5 minutes or until it reaches 235°F (113°C), known as the soft ball stage for fudge making.
- Combine Ingredients: Immediately pour the hot sugar mixture over the bowl containing white chocolate and marshmallow fluff.
- Mix Until Smooth: Stir quickly to fully melt the chocolate and fluff, ensuring a smooth and creamy fudge mixture.
- Add Flavor and Color: Stir in the vanilla extract followed by green food coloring, mixing until the color is evenly incorporated throughout.
- Pour and Decorate: Pour the finished fudge mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch buttered dish, spreading evenly.
- Add Sprinkles: Immediately top the fudge with witch-themed sprinkles or other spooky decorations while it is still warm and pliable.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the fudge to cool completely at room temperature until set, then cut into 1-inch squares for serving.
Notes
- Ensure to stir constantly while boiling the sugar mixture to avoid burning and grainy fudge.
- Use a candy thermometer to accurately gauge the soft ball stage temperature for perfect fudge texture.
- Green food coloring can be adjusted based on desired intensity of color.
- Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate if warmer climate.
- For a firmer set, chill the fudge in the refrigerator before slicing.
