Description
These Halloween Dracula Dark Cherry Fudges are a decadent, no-bake treat combining rich dark chocolate with sweet, bloody cherry swirls. They melt in your mouth with a silky texture, perfect for spooky parties or late-night cravings. Easy to make and visually striking, they offer an indulgent dessert experience.
Ingredients
- 3 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1 (3 oz) box cherry gelatin powder
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
- Red gel food coloring (optional)
- Extra maraschino cherry halves for garnish
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a medium saucepan, combine dark chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and butter. Heat over low flame, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and almond extract.
- In a separate bowl, toss chopped maraschino cherries with cherry gelatin powder until coated.
- Add the cherry mixture to the melted chocolate and gently swirl with a spatula for marbled red streaks.
- Optional: Add a few drops of red gel food coloring on top and drag a toothpick through to create bloody swirls.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared dish and smooth the top. Press cherry halves on top for decoration.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Lift the fudge out using the parchment paper, cut into 36 squares, and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for best results.
- Almond extract enhances the cherry flavor but is optional.
- For extra dramatic effect, use black food coloring alongside red.
- Fudge can be frozen for up to 2 months if wrapped properly.
- Best served slightly chilled for clean cuts and vibrant appearance.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg