Description
Christmas Cherry Fudge is a delightful festive treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the sweetness of cherries, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup of chopped maraschino cherries, drained
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, chopped cherries, and walnuts if using.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Once set, cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle some crushed candy canes on top before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Christmas, Cherry, Fudge, Holiday Treat, Dessert