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Let’s dive into a recipe that’s as delightful as it is easy to make: 2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge. Imagine creating a mouthwatering dessert with just two ingredients – yes, you read that right! This recipe is perfect for those moments when you crave something sweet but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. This strawberry fudge, with its creamy texture and vibrant flavor, is sure to impress.
Table of Contents
2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge Ingredients
- Strawberry Frosting
- Strawberry Flavored Pink Candy Melts
*Scroll to Printable Recipe Card below for detailed amounts!
How to Make 2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 3 Minutes
- Chill Time: 4 Hours
- Yields: 16 1-Inch Pieces
- Line your 8×8 pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Place your candy melts in a medium mixing bowl and microwave for 2 minutes, pausing every 30 seconds to stir the melts so they don’t burn or overcook. Once the candy melts are smooth, without lumps, when stirred, then they’re ready.
- Remove the lid and every tiny piece of foil from the strawberry frosting and microwave for 1 minute.
- Pour the melted frosting into the bowl with the melted chocolate and stir vigorously until fully combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Tap the pan on the counter before placing it into the fridge.
- Chill for up to 4 hours or until set. Cut into 1-inch pieces, serve, and enjoy!
- If you love sprinkles, of course you can add some for fun! Just sprinkle them over the fudge before refrigerating!
Storage and Reheating Instructions
How to Store 2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge:
Storing your 2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge is a breeze. I keep my fudge in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks and in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Helpful Tips & Substitutions
Can this be Frozen?
Absolutely! Freezing is a fantastic way to extend the life of your 2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge. Wrap it well in cling film or aluminum foil, then place it in a freezer-safe container or ziplock bag. It can stay in your freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy it, just thaw it in the refrigerator overnight, or leave it at room temperature for a few hours.
Can this be made ahead of time?
This 2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge is the perfect make-ahead treat! Since it needs to chill for at least 4 hours, making it a day ahead is actually ideal. It’s a great way to manage your time, especially if you’re preparing for a gathering or event.
Substitutions & Variations
- Frosting Alternatives: Can’t find strawberry frosting? Use white frosting and add a drop of strawberry extract for flavor.
- Dairy Addition: For a creamier texture, replace the frosting with sweetened condensed milk, though this may lessen the strawberry intensity. If you choose to use the milk, you’ll need to add about 4-6 ounces more of the strawberry candy melts.
- Flavor Twists: Feel free to experiment with other candy melt flavors or extracts to create different fudge varieties.
Helpful Cooking Notes
- If you want an extra strong strawberry flavor, add ½ a teaspoon of strawberry extract to the melted frosting before pouring it into the melted chocolate. Be sure to stir it into the frosting as well.
- If you’re having trouble finding strawberry frosting, you can use white frosting, but the strawberry flavor may not be as strong.
- When fresh out of the fridge or freezer, let the fudge warm up a bit or it will be a little hard.
- Once you cut the fudge, it’s important to not leave it out to the open air long or it will dry up quickly.
- Depending on the brand of your candy melts, finished colors will vary.
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EQUIPMENT
- 8×8 Baking Pan
- Parchment paper
- Medium Microwave-Safe Mixing Bowl
- Rubber Spatula
INGREDIENTS
- 16- Ounce Can Strawberry Frosting
- 12- Ounce Bag Strawberry Flavored Pink Candy Melts
INSTRUCTIONS
- Line your 8×8 pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Place your candy melts in a medium mixing bowl and microwave for 2 minutes, pausing every 30 seconds to stir the melts so they don’t burn or overcook. Once the candy melts are smooth, without lumps, when stirred, then they’re ready.
- Remove the lid and every tiny piece of foil from the strawberry frosting and microwave for 1 minute.
- Pour the melted frosting into the bowl with the melted chocolate and stir vigorously until fully combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Tap the pan on the counter before placing it into the fridge.
- Chill for up to 4 hours or until set. Cut into 1-inch pieces, serve, and enjoy!
- If you love sprinkles, of course you can add some for fun! Just sprinkle them over the fudge before refrigerating!
NOTES
Storage and Reheating Instructions
How to Store 2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge:
Storing your 2 Ingredient Strawberry Fudge is a breeze. I keep my fudge in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks and in the freezer for up to 3 months.Helpful Tips & Substitutions
Can this be Frozen?
Absolutely! Freezing is a fantastic way to extend the life of your strawberry fudge. Wrap it well in cling film or aluminum foil, then place it in a freezer-safe container or ziplock bag. It can stay in your freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy it, just thaw it in the refrigerator overnight, or leave it at room temperature for a few hours.Can this be made ahead of time?
This strawberry fudge is the perfect make-ahead treat! Since it needs to chill for at least 4 hours, making it a day ahead is actually ideal. It’s a great way to manage your time, especially if you’re preparing for a gathering or event.Substitutions & Variations
- Frosting Alternatives: Can’t find strawberry frosting? Use white frosting and add a drop of strawberry extract for flavor.
- Dairy Addition: For a creamier texture, replace the frosting with sweetened condensed milk, though this may lessen the strawberry intensity. If you choose to use the milk, you’ll need to add about 4-6 ounces more of the strawberry candy melts.
- Flavor Twists: Feel free to experiment with other candy melt flavors or extracts to create different fudge varieties.
Helpful Cooking Notes
- If you want an extra strong strawberry flavor, add ½ a teaspoon of strawberry extract to the melted frosting before pouring it into the melted chocolate. Be sure to stir it into the frosting as well.
- If you’re having trouble finding strawberry frosting, you can use white frosting, but the strawberry flavor may not be as strong.
- When fresh out of the fridge or freezer, let the fudge warm up a bit or it will be a little hard.
- Once you cut the fudge, it’s important to not leave it out to the open air long or it will dry up quickly.
- Depending on the brand of your candy melts, finished colors will vary.