Description
Rich, creamy, and bursting with cherry-chocolate flavor, this Irresistible Cherry Garcia Fudge is the kind of treat you’ll crave again and again. Inspired by a favorite ice cream flavor, it blends smooth layers of dark and white chocolate fudge with juicy maraschino cherries for a perfect contrast of flavor and texture. Whether you’re searching for a quick dessert, holiday gift, or unique addition to your treat tray, this recipe delivers in both looks and taste. It’s easy to make, doesn’t require special tools, and fits beautifully into your list of easy dessert ideas, sweet food ideas, or creative holiday snacks.
Ingredients
1 cup dark chocolate chunks
1 cup white chocolate chips
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk, divided
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup maraschino cherries, halved and patted dry
1/4 cup chocolate chips (for topping)
Instructions
1. Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang. Lightly grease it.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chunks, 1/2 of the sweetened condensed milk, and 1 tablespoon butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Pour into pan and spread evenly.
3. In another bowl, melt white chocolate chips with remaining sweetened condensed milk and 1 tablespoon butter. Stir until smooth. Fold in halved cherries.
4. Gently pour white chocolate cherry mixture over the chilled dark chocolate layer.
5. While warm, sprinkle chocolate chips on top and lightly press them in.
6. Chill for at least 3 hours or until firm.
7. Remove from pan using parchment overhang and cut into squares with a sharp knife.
Notes
Be sure to pat the cherries dry before adding to prevent excess moisture in the fudge.
Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor and smoothest texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: fudge recipe, cherry fudge, easy no bake dessert, chocolate cherry dessert